Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a non-surgical examination of the rectum and colon, using a long narrow tube with a tiny camera at the end. Learn about preparing for a colonoscopy here.
Reason For Procedure
Colonoscopies help us diagnose colon conditions and screen for colorectal cancer.
Types of Colonoscopies
Screening
This type of colonoscopy is a preventive measure to detect early colorectal cancer or tissues that could become cancerous. Read more here.
Surveillance or Diagnostic
These types of colonoscopies are done on patients who have had precancerous polyps or other gastrointestinal symptoms.
Upper Endoscopy
An upper endoscopy is a non-surgical examination of the upper digestive tract, using a long narrow tube with a tiny camera at the end.
Reason For Procedure
Endoscopies help us to diagnose upper digestive tract conditions, and may sometimes be used to treat diseases.
Other Procedures
Other gastrointestinal procedures may be recommended for your symptoms or conditions. Some of these services include:
Small bowel video capsule endoscopy
Small bowel enteroscopy
48-hour bravo pH capsule
Esophageal manometry
H. Pylori testing
Hemorrhoid treatment
To learn more, book an appointment with Dr. Ewelukwa.