Colonoscopy in Delhi
A diagnostic and therapeutic procedure where a flexible camera is passed through the rectum to examine the entire colon. Used for colorectal cancer screening, p…
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Types of Colonoscopy
A standard diagnostic colonoscopy examines the entire colon for abnormalities, while a therapeutic colonoscopy allows the doctor to remove polyps, take biopsies, or control bleeding in the same session. A sigmoidoscopy, examining only the lower part of the colon, is sometimes used as a quicker alternative when full colon examination isn't required.