Definitions for "Proctoscopy"
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An examination of the rectum and the lower end of the colon using a thin lighted instrument called a sigmoidoscope.
visual examination of the rectum and the end of the colon by means of a proctoscope
the viewing of the rectum
The visual examination of the anus, rectum, and lower part of the sigmoid colon by use of a proctoscope.
Using a thin, lighted tube, the doctor looks at the rectum.
an endoscopic examination of the rectum; used to localize, identify, and photograph pathologic alterations, to biopsy material and perform other surgical procedures, and for the delivery of medication.
an outpatient procedure that allows a physician to view the inside of the rectum and colon to detect abnormalities such as growths, bleeding and other conditions.
(prok-TOS-koh-pee) Examination of the rectum using a proctoscope, inserted into the rectum. A proctoscope is a thin, tube-like instrument with a light and a lens for viewing. It may also have a tool to remove tissue to be checked under a microscope for signs of disease.
looking into the rectum and anus with a proctoscope.
examination of the rectum and lower end of the colon with a lighted instrument. See also sigmoidoscopy.
Examination of the rectum (back passage) using a proctoscope. The proctoscope is a tube which is put into the rectum through the anus. The tube is connected to an eyepiece which allows the doctor to see inside the rectum. And to take biopsies (samples of tissue) for examination under the microscope. A proctoscopy can only examine the rectum. To look further into the bowel, a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy must be done.
An examination of the rectum using a thin, lighted tube called a proctoscope.
Proctoscopy is a common medical procedure in which an instrument called a proctoscope (also known as a rectoscope) is used to examine the anal cavity, rectum or sigmoid colon. A proctoscope is a short (10in or 25 cm long), straight, rigid, hollow metal tube, and usually has a small light bulb mounted at the end. During proctoscopy, the proctoscope is lubricated and inserted into the rectum, and then the obturator is removed, allowing an unubstructed view of the interior of the rectal cavity.