Colonoscopy Treatment in Dubai
A colonoscopy at Yugen Care in Dubai incorporates a complete examination of the colon and the rectum to diagnose polyps, inflammation, and other gastrointestinal disorders. Specialists in gastroenterology conduct this efficient and minimally invasive test with the overall well-being of the patient in mind. Colonoscopy is useful in screening diseases such as colorectal cancer or inflammatory bowel disease. The team at Yugen Care is experienced and dedicated, always catering to patients’ needs while paying attention to the digestive system for early intervention and overall health.
What is it?
A colonoscopy is a procedure that lets your health care provider check the inside of your entire colon (large intestine). The procedure is done using a long, flexible tube called a colonoscope. The tube has a light and a tiny camera on one end. It is put in your rectum and moved into your colon.
In addition to letting your provider see the inside of your colon, the tube can be used to:
- Clean the lining of your colon using irrigation (a water jet)
- Remove any liquid stool with a suction device
- Inject air into your bowel to make it easier to see inside
- Work inside your bowel with surgical tools
- During a colonoscopy, your provider may remove tissue or polyps (abnormal growths) for further examination. He or she may also be able to treat problems that are found.
Procedure Info At A Glance
| Is it painful? | No, done under sedation |
| Is there any downtime? | No |
| How many sessions are needed? | One as diagnostic procedure and maybe more if therapeutic procedure according to each case |
| How long does the procedure take? | 15-30 minutes |
| When can I see the results? | NA |
| How often should I do it? | When doctor recommends |
Results of Other Tests
Colonoscopy may be used when other tests show the need for additional testing. These include the following:
- Barium enema.
- Computed tomography (CT) colonography (also called virtual colonoscopy).
- Tests for blood in the stool.
- Stool DNA tests.
- Sigmoidoscopy.
Your health care provider may have other reasons to recommend a colonoscopy.
Causes & Benefits
Cancer Screening
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- Colonoscopy is also used to screen for colon cancer and rectal cancer. Screening involves looking for cancer in individuals who do not have any symptoms of the disease.
- Colonoscopy can also be used to check the colon after cancer treatment.
Checking and Treating Problems
- A colonoscopy may be used to check and, if needed, treat problems such as:
- Colon polyps.
- Tumors.
- Ulcerations.
- Inflammation.
- Diverticula (pouches) along the colon wall.
- Narrowed areas (strictures) of the colon.
- Any objects that might be in the colon.
- It may also be used to find the cause of unexplained, chronic (long-term) diarrhea or bleeding in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.
FAQ
What are the risks of a colonoscopy?
As with any invasive procedure, complications may occur.Complications related to colonoscopy include, but are not limited to, the following:-Continued bleeding after biopsy (tissue sample) or polyp removal.-Nausea, vomiting, bloating or rectal irritation caused by the procedure or by the preparatory bowel cleansing.-A bad reaction to the pain medicine or the sedative (medicine used to provide a relaxing, calming effect).-A perforation (hole) in the intestinal wall, which is a rare complication.-You may have other risks related to your condition. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your provider before the procedure.
How do I get ready for a colonoscopy (Bowel Preparation)?
Your health care provider will fully explain the procedure and answer your questions. You will be asked to sign a consent form prior to the test. Read the form carefully and ask any questions you may have.-You must not eat or drink for a specified amount of time before the procedure.
-This often means no food or drink after midnight or a restricted schedule with the laxative and water sips allowed until a couple hours before the colonoscopy.
-You may be given additional instructions about a special diet to follow for one or two days before the procedure. It is absolutely mandatory to follow your particular instructions carefully to avoid cancellation and to ensure a safe, effective test.-Your health care provider will give you instructions on how to prepare your bowel for the test. You may be asked to take a laxative, an enema or a rectal laxative suppository. Or you may have to drink a special fluid that helps clean out your colon.
Medications Before and After the Procedure:If you are taking any blood-thinning medicines, aspirin, ibuprofen or other medicines that affect blood clotting, they may need to be stopped before the procedure. If you have a heart valve disease, you may be given disease-fighting antibiotics before the procedure.Prior to the procedure, you will be given pain medicine and a sedative. After the procedure, someone must drive you home.