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Over time, adenomatous colorectal polyps can develop into cancer and should be removed. In most cases, the polyps may be removed at the same time a colonoscopy is performed. For patients with polyps, follow-up colonoscopy should be performed within 3 - 5 years to see if the poly...[read article]

Tests for Polyp of Large Intestine

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A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities.  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex...  More
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Barium enema is a special x-ray of the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum.  More
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Sigmoidoscopy is an internal examination of the lower large bowel (colon) and rectum, using an instrument called a sigmoidoscope.  More
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A biopsy is the removal of a small piece of tissue for laboratory examination.  More
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Endoscopy is a way of looking inside the body using a flexible tube that has a small camera on the end of it. This instrument is called an endoscope.  More
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A colonoscopy is an internal examination of the colon (large intestine) and rectum, using an instrument called a colonoscope.  More
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Medical Procedures for Polyp of Large Intestine

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Endoscopic Removal of Polyp
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Surgical Procedures for Polyp of Large Intestine

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In colon resection, a portion of the colon is removed (resected) during surgery. The most common types of colorectal resection are listed below.  More
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After discussing your colon problem, you and your doctor may decide that laparoscopic treatment is right for you. How well you prepare can affect the success of sur...  More
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