Investigations
Rigid sigmoidoscopy
This procedure usually takes place in the office and less frequently as part of an examination under anaesthesia. It involves the use of a transluscent rigid tube with a light at the end that is used to look inside the rectum and the lower part of the bowel. Lying on your left side with the knees bend the sigmoidoscope is inserted into the rectum through the back passage and some gas is inflated in order to be able to see the lining of your bowel in more detail and assess it. If required biopsies of the bowel wall or of any lesions can be taken. The procedure only lasts for a few seconds.
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The information relating to general and colorectal disorders and their treatments given on this website is not complete and is not intended as a substitute for a consultation with your doctor. Always seek medical advice from your doctor before making a decision about any of the conditions and/or treatments mentioned on this website.
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Dr. Georgios Markides,
Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon
Aretaeio Hospital, 55-57 Andreas Avraamides Str., 2024 Strovolos, Nicosia, Cyprus
+357-22-020728
Hospital: +357-22-200300
Fax: +357-22-512372
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