Sigmoidoscopy
A sigmoidoscopy is a test that provides an inside look at your large intestine. The test is performed with a flexible tube that has a camera on it, so it can take pictures of the inside of your colon and rectum. A sigmoidoscopy is a lot like a colonoscopy except it doesn't go as far. Browse these articles to get more sigmoidoscopy information.
Sigmoidoscopy 101
Sigmoidoscopy is an internal examination of the distal large bowel (colon), using an instrument called a sigmoidoscope.
Sigmoidoscopy is an internal examination of the distal large bowel (colon), using an instrument called a sigmoidoscope.
Sigmoidoscopy Diagram
Take a look at where exactly the sigmoidoscope is going when it's in your colon.
Take a look at where exactly the sigmoidoscope is going when it's in your colon.