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Colonoscopy

A Colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure test of the large bowel. It shows polyps, cancer, inflammation, bleeding sources; polyps can be removed. No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यो निदान होइन। आपत्कालमा १०२ मा फोन गर्नुहोस्। सधैं योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मीसँग सल्लाह लिनुहोस्।

What it shows

Polyps, cancer, inflammation, bleeding sources; polyps can be removed.

Why it is done

Blood in stool, change in bowel habit, screening.

Preparation

Bowel preparation the day before with a clear-fluid diet, as instructed.

Radiation & safety

No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

How long it takes

20 to 45 minutes. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.

Sample type

Diagnostic procedure

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सामान्य प्रश्न

What does a colonoscopy show?
Polyps, cancer, inflammation, bleeding sources; polyps can be removed.

Why is a colonoscopy done?
Blood in stool, change in bowel habit, screening.

How do I prepare for a colonoscopy?
Bowel preparation the day before with a clear-fluid diet, as instructed.

Does a colonoscopy use radiation?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

How long does a colonoscopy take?
20 to 45 minutes

Colonoscopy किन गरिन्छ?
Blood in stool, change in bowel habit, screening.

Colonoscopy का लागि कसरी तयारी गर्ने?
Bowel preparation the day before with a clear-fluid diet, as instructed.

Colonoscopy गर्भावस्थामा सुरक्षित छ?
No ionising radiation when done without X-ray guidance.

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