COLONOSCOPY: WHEN INDICATED AND HOW THE PREPARATION IS DONE - DIAGNOSTIC EXAMS

How is Colonoscopy done and what is it for?



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Colonoscopy is an examination that evaluates the mucosa of the large intestine and is especially indicated to identify the presence of polyps, intestinal cancer or other types of changes in the intestine, such as colitis, varicose veins or diverticular disease. This test may be indicated when the person has symptoms that may suggest bowel changes, such as bleeding or persistent diarrhea, for example, but it is also routinely needed for colon cancer screening for people aged 50 years or older, or earlier if there is an increased risk of developing the disease