A colonoscopy is a scope test to examine the lining of the colon (large bowel). It is uses to investigated bleeding from the bowel and changes in the way the bowel works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a colonoscopy?
A colonoscopy is a scope test to examine the lining of the colon (large bowel). It is uses to investigated bleeding from the bowel and changes in the way the bowel works. Also to investigate rises in the commonly used screening stool test (FIT test).
What does a colonoscopy involve?
Before a colonoscopy the bowel needs to be cleared out with preparatory drinks. The patient is then offered a choice of sedation or no sedation for the test itself. The inspection of the bowel usually takes about 20 minutes and may involve biopsies or abnormal areas or the removal of any polyps that are found.
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Hernias
Hernias of all kinds: inguinal, femoral, umbilical, epigastric and incisional. He offers up to date laparoscopic, open and local anaesthetic approaches.
