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Before a colonoscopy, a comprehensive preparation process is required. It is of great importance to provide your performing physician with detailed information regarding:
* Pregnancy status
* Chronic conditions such as lung or heart diseases
* Diabetes
* Regularly used medications or any drug allergies.
For the success of the colonoscopy and to obtain accurate results, it is critical that the bowels are completely clean. Inadequate bowel preparation can lead to structures like lesions or polyps being missed, prolonging the procedure (which may entail additional risks), and even requiring the procedure to be repeated. Various methods can be used for bowel cleansing.
On the day of the procedure, it is recommended to wear loose and comfortable clothing to ensure a comfortable experience.
Before starting the colonoscopy, sedation and pain relief medications are administered to ensure patient comfort. During the procedure, a special colonoscopy garment is worn, which protects patient privacy while facilitating the doctor's access.
If deemed necessary, the patient's vital signs such as respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate may be monitored via electrodes.
The patient is prepared for the colonoscopy by lying on their side on the examination table with their knees drawn towards their chest (colonoscopy position). Once this position is achieved, the doctor gently inserts the colonoscope into the rectum.
To facilitate clearer imaging and easier procedure, the doctor may gently insufflate a controlled amount of air into the intestines.
A small video camera at the tip of the colonoscope transmits images of the inner surface of the intestines to an external monitor, allowing the doctor to perform a detailed examination. If any abnormal area is detected, a biopsy can be taken using a special instrument on the colonoscope. Similarly, if a polyp is found, polyps can be removed with a special wire loop.
After all examinations and necessary procedures are completed and images are recorded, the doctor carefully withdraws the colonoscope.
How is a Colonoscopy Performed?
* Pregnancy status
* Chronic conditions such as lung or heart diseases
* Diabetes
* Regularly used medications or any drug allergies.
For the success of the colonoscopy and to obtain accurate results, it is critical that the bowels are completely clean. Inadequate bowel preparation can lead to structures like lesions or polyps being missed, prolonging the procedure (which may entail additional risks), and even requiring the procedure to be repeated. Various methods can be used for bowel cleansing.
On the day of the procedure, it is recommended to wear loose and comfortable clothing to ensure a comfortable experience.
Before starting the colonoscopy, sedation and pain relief medications are administered to ensure patient comfort. During the procedure, a special colonoscopy garment is worn, which protects patient privacy while facilitating the doctor's access.
If deemed necessary, the patient's vital signs such as respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate may be monitored via electrodes.
The patient is prepared for the colonoscopy by lying on their side on the examination table with their knees drawn towards their chest (colonoscopy position). Once this position is achieved, the doctor gently inserts the colonoscope into the rectum.
To facilitate clearer imaging and easier procedure, the doctor may gently insufflate a controlled amount of air into the intestines.
A small video camera at the tip of the colonoscope transmits images of the inner surface of the intestines to an external monitor, allowing the doctor to perform a detailed examination. If any abnormal area is detected, a biopsy can be taken using a special instrument on the colonoscope. Similarly, if a polyp is found, polyps can be removed with a special wire loop.
After all examinations and necessary procedures are completed and images are recorded, the doctor carefully withdraws the colonoscope.