The results of a new study show that narrow band imaging used during colonoscopy is accurate enough to allow distal non-cancerous polyps to be left in place, according to a news release (pdf). Results ...

Doctors want to emphasize that a colonoscopy is still the gold standard, as it has shown to find 95% of pre-cancerous polyps. MORE: Doctor says understanding the symptoms of colorectal cancer is ...

A new study conducted by gastroenterologists at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates poor preparation by patients for a colonoscopy may lead to doctors missing ...

Risk score helps to personalize colorectal cancer screening for patients under 45 years old Monday, March 3, 2025, CLEVELAND: Cleveland Clinic researchers developed and validated a prediction model ...

Getting a colonoscopy can be a daunting idea. However, the reality is that a colonoscopy is a routine outpatient procedure that is the best way to prevent colorectal cancers. By screening for ...

A surgeon speaks with a patient about colon cancer screening. (Photo courtesy of the U.S. Navy) Just saying the word colonoscopy makes some people feel uncomfortable. But consider this: Colorectal ...

A new study has found that at-home screening tests for colon cancer are not as effective in detecting pre-cancerous polyps compared to a colonoscopy. Researchers focused on the fecal immunochemical ...

After the fasting, the uncomfortable cleanse and a drowsy ride home, it's a relief to have your colonoscopy screening behind you. But when the report arrives with the words "colon polyps," some ...

Do you know the right questions to ask when getting a screening colonoscopy? Do you know how to make sure you are getting high quality care? "Most people focus on the dislike of the preparation, the ...