Colonoscopy in Manhattan Gastroenterology

What Is a Colonoscopy and Why Is It Performed?
Colonoscopy is the gold standard screening exam used to look for colorectal cancer (commonly referred to as colon cancer) that is recommended in patients without symptoms aged 45 or over (or earlier depending on risk factors such as family history, polyps, and other factors) that should be discussed with your local gastroenterologist. Coloscopy is used to look for polyps or other growths in the colon with the goal of prevention and early diagnosis of colon cancer.

Our physicians use a long, flexible tube called a colonoscope. This device, about as thick around as a finger, has a video camera on its tip and sends images to a video monitor, where the doctor can observe its trip from your rectum to the deepest part of your colon. Colonoscopy is also used to evaluate patients with a wide array of digestive symptoms, including rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, chronic constipation as well as many other symptoms as part of a complete evaluation for a proper diagnosis.

At colonoscopy clinic, Manhattan Gastroenterology, we utilize the latest in medical technology and high definition equipment, and imaging modalities in order to optimally visualize your bowel during coloscopy to make a diagnosis and establish an effective treatment plan. Our gold star-rated JCAHO colonoscopy center is equipped to make sure your procedure is comfortable and safe while you are having your colonoscopy performed.

Why Is It So Important to Have a Colonoscopy and What Is a Screening Colonoscopy?
Colon cancer is among the leading causes of cancer deaths in the United States, claiming about 50,000 lives a year. Increased awareness and prevention could save many of those patients. Coloscopy is a screening test to detect cancer early, while it is still treatable, and to detect and remove colonic polyps which may develop into cancers. The colonoscopy procedure also can be used to evaluate the cause of such symptoms as rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, and chronic constipation, and a wide array of digestive symptoms for an accurate diagnosis as part of a complete evaluation. By visually inspecting the inside lining of your colon, trained GI doctors who specialize in colonoscopies can assess its overall health and look for signs of other medical issues to get you back to health.

Who should have a Colonoscopy?
It is recommended that all individuals over 45 (or early depending on risk factors such as family history, history of polyps, and other reasons) undergo a screening colonoscopy. Patients with digestive symptoms such as rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, and many other symptoms should have a full evaluation by their gastroenterologist, which will likely include a coloscopy exam procedure and another testing as needed.

Depending on your personal and family history, you may need to have colonoscopies on a more regular basis which is to be decided by your gastroenterologist. After a colonoscopy, it’s important to discuss with your gastroenterologist when your next colonoscopy is due, which is based on many factors.

Read more: https://www.manhattangastroenterology.com/procedures/colonoscopy-doctor-nyc/

Manhattan Gastroenterology
Union Square
55 W. 17th St, Ste 102,
New York, NY 10011
(212) 378-9983

Upper East Side
983 Park Ave, Ste 1D,
New York, NY 10028
(212) 427-8761
Web Address https://www.manhattangastroenterology.com
https://manhattan-gastroenterology.business.site
E-mail info@manhattangastroenterology.com 

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Nearby Locations:
Union Square
Gramercy Park | Rose Hill | Kips Bay | Nomad | Murray Hill | Koreatown
10010 | 10016 | 10453 | 10017

Nearby Locations:
Upper East Side
Yorkville | Manhattan Valley | Lenox Hill | Sutton Place | Carnegie Hill | East Harlem
10028 | 10025 | 10021| 10022 | 10029

Working Hours: (Union Square & Midtown)
Monday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday:CLOSED
Sunday:CLOSED

Working Hours: (Upper East Side)
Monday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED

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