Colonoscopy: Reasons, process, and risks

What is a colonoscopy? Colonoscopy is a frequently performed examination in internal medicine, during which the physician examines the inside of the intestine. A distinction is made between small bowel endoscopy (enteroscopy) and large bowel endoscopy (colonoscopy). Endoscopic examination of the rectum alone (rectoscopy) is also possible. Further information: Rectoscopy You can read about how … Colonoscopy: Reasons, process, and risks