Examination of the sigmoid flexure, which is that part of the colon just above the rectum.

(sig-moid-AH-sko-pee) Inspection of the lower colon using a slender, hollow lighted tube that is inserted through the anus. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

Inspection of the sigmoid colon with an illuminated tube called a sigmoidoscope.

A procedure where the rectum and sigmoid colon is examined using a lighted, flexible instrument called a sigmoidoscope. This instrument is much shorter than a colonoscope.

visualization of the anal canal, rectum, and colon to: screen for colorectal cancer, collect samples for biopsy, remove polyps, gather specimens for culture, and photograph the intestinal mucosa

Inspection of the lower colon using a thin, lighted tube called a sigmoidoscope. Samples of tissue or cells may be collected for examination under a microscope. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy. Examination of the rectum and first 20-25 cm of the colon using a sigmoidoscope, a long flexible tube with a light at the end that is inserted gently through the anus.

A procedure in which a viewing tube (a sigmoidoscope) is inserted up into the sigmoid colon.

A diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible viewing tube to allow the doctor to see the inner walls of the colon. During this procedure, a tube is gently passed into the colon through the anus.

state-of-the-art procedure whereby a lighted scope is placed in the sigmoid colon through the rectum, to provide a view of the organ that aids in the diagnosis of colorectal disorders.

visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps

a diagnostic procedure that allows the physician to examine the lower one-third of the large intestine

a flexible tube approximately the size of a finger that is inserted through the rectum to the lower part of the colon

a good way for my doctor to look for signs of cancer

an endoscopic procedure that is used to examine the last third of the large intestine, which includes the rectum and sigmoid colon

an examination of the lining of the rectum and the sigmoid colon through a flexible tube called a sigmoidoscope

an examination of the rectum and lower colon (sigmoid colon) using a lighted instrument called a sigmoidoscope

a procedure that allows a healthcare professional to look into the rectum and sigmoid colon through a flexible scope

a procedure that is done to examine

a way for a doctor to examine the last one third of the large intestine

examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon with a small, flexible tube with a light and a camera lens at the end (endoscope).

Examination of the rectum and lower colon using a sigmoidoscope, or illuminated tube, or flexible fiberoptic instrument.

A procedure in which a flexible or rigid sigmoidoscope is inserted into the rectum and through the entire length of the sigmoid portion of the large intestine for examination and possible biopsy. Preparation includes an enema and mild laxative to clear waste from the sigmoid and rectal areas. Sedation may be used if needed.

Examination of the inside of the sigmoid colon and rectum using an endoscope -- a thin, lighted tube (sigmoidoscope). Samples of tissue or cells may be collected for examination under a microscope. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

A procedure in which a scope is used to view the sigmoid flexure, a part of the colon that's shaped like the letter S. See also: Colorectal-Cancer

A procedure in which the doctor looks inside the rectum and the lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) through a lighted tube called a sigmoidoscope. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

A procedure where a doctor examines the lining of the rectum using a thin tube inserted in the anus. This procure may be used as part of a screening for rectal cancer.

A test that examines the lower part of the colon and the rectum.

A visual examination of the rectum and lower parts of the colon (sigmoid colon) by use of a sigmoidoscope.

The doctor checks inside the rectum and lower (sigmoid) colon with a lighted tube.

a procedure consisting of inserting a lighted, flexible tube (endoscope) into the rectum to view the sigmoid colon.

test in which a flexible lighted tube (sigmoidoscope) is inserted through the rectum to examine the sigmoid colon

Enables the physician to look at the inside of the large intestine from the rectum through the last part of the colon, called the sigmoid or descending colon. more...

The visual inspection of the rectum and the lower colon by a tubular instrument called a sigmoidoscope passed through the rectum.

examination of the rectum and lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) using a flexible viewing tube passed through the rectum.

A direct visualization of the sigmoid colon and rectum with a flexible tube called sigmoidoscope. A short name for Flexible Sigmoidoscopy.

examining the rectum and sigmoid colon.

The visual examination of the rectum and lower colon using a tubular instrument called a sigmoidoscope.

(SIG-moy-DAW-skuh-pee): A test to look inside the lower section of the large intestine. The doctor uses a flexible tube that contains a light and a tiny video camera. The device is called a sigmoidoscope.

(sig-moid-OSS-ko-pee): Inspection of the lower colon using a thin, flexible, lighted tube called a sigmoidoscope. Samples of tissue or cells may by collected for examination under a microscope.

The visual inspection of the rectum and lower colon using a sigmoidoscope passed through the rectum (see also Procto) ( Read More)

looking into the sigmoid colon and rectum with a flexible or rigid tube, called a sigmoidoscope.

a diagnostic procedure that allows the physician to examine the inside of a portion of the large intestine, and is helpful in identifying the causes of diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, abnormal growths, and bleeding. A short, flexible, lighted tube, called a sigmoidoscope, is inserted into the intestine through the rectum. The scope blows air into the intestine to inflate it and make viewing the inside easier.

Examination of the lower colon using a lighted hollow tube called a sigmoidoscope.

Inspection, through a fiberoptic scope, of the inside of the sigmoid colon which is the part of the large intestine that empties into the rectum.

Examination of the rectum and colon using a sigmoidoscope. The sigmoidoscope is a thin bendy tube which is put into the colon and rectum through the anus. The tube is connected to an eyepiece which allows the doctor to see inside the bowel and to take biopsies (samples of tissue) for examination under a microscope. A sigmoidoscopy can see into the bowel as far as the sigmoid colon. This is the S-shaped part of the large bowel on the lower left of the abdomen.

examination of the sigmoid colon (the lower transverse part of the colon) with a lighted flexible viewing tube. See also proctoscopy.

A visual examination of the lower 12-25 inches if the large intestine using a lighted scope.

the passing of a short lighted telescope through the anus to inspect the lining (mucosa) of the rectum and the lower colon.

Examination of the rectum and colon using a sigmoidoscope, a thin bendy tube that is put into the colon and rectum through the anus. The tube is connected to an eyepiece that allows the doctor to see inside the bowel and take biopsies. A sigmoidoscopy can see into the bowel as far as the sigmoid colon. To see further into the bowel a colonoscopy is done.

A test where the doctor looks at the lower part of the intestines with a thin, lighted tube to see if there are any growths in the colon. Beginning at age 50, this test should be done every 3 to 5 years. In addition, the doctor may suggest a fecal occult blood test each year.

A test in which a lighted tube is passed through the rectum into the sigmoid colon.

An exam of the rectum and the lower part of the colon with a thin, flexible, lighted tube to find polyps, abnormal areas, and tumors. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

a procedure that enables the physician to examine the lining of the rectum and a portion of the colon, by inserting a flexible tube that is about the thickness of your finger into the anus and advancing slowly into the rectum and lower part of the colon.

A test to examine the left side of the bowel with a long, flexible instrument called a sigmoidoscope. See sigmoidoscopy section.

Procedure used by doctors to view the colon. .

A test to help find cancer or polyps inside of the rectum and part of the colon. A slender, hollow, lighted tube is placed into the rectum. The doctor is able to look for polyps or other abnormalities.

Looking into the sigmoid colon and rectum with a flexible tube, called a sigmoidoscope. This test is recommended for the general population as a screening test to look for colorectal cancer.

The insertion of a 60-millimeter flexible fiber-optic scope gently into the anus for the visualization of the rectum and sigmoid colon.

An endoscopic examination of the sigmoid colon.

an internal examination of the distal large bowel (colon), using an instrument called a sigmoidoscope. The sigmoidoscope is a small camera attched to a flexible tube. It is inserted into the colon to examine the rectum, and the sigmoid and descending portions of the colon.

A procedure in which an endoscope is used to view the patient's sigmoid flexure (a part of the colon).

A procedure in which the physician or health care provider looks inside the rectum and the lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) through a flexible lighted tube. During the procedure, the physician or health care provider may collect samples of tissues or cells for closer examination.

similar to a colonoscope, except the tube is short and straight and examines the lower bowel only. A flexible sigmoidoscope is sometimes used.

(also proctoscopy; proctosigmoidoscopy) - The use of a sigmoidoscope by a gastroenterologist to examine the colon. More Information

A procedure in which a flexible, lighted tube is inserted into the rectum to permit viewing of the lower colon; usually done with no sedation.

a test that uses a thin, flexible tube with a camera lens at the end to look at the inside of the rectum and lower large intestine for abnormalities.

(sig-MOY-DOS-koh-pee) Examination of the lower colon using a sigmoidoscope, inserted into the rectum. A sigmoidoscope 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. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

A procedure in which a doctor looks inside the rectum and the lower part of the colon (sigmoid colon) through a lighted tube. The doctor may collect samples of tissue or cells for closer examination. Also called proctosigmoidoscopy.

( sig-moid- AH-skuh-pee): a procedure in which a doctor can look into the rectum and the descending portion of the colon for polyps or other abnormalities.

examination of the intestines through a flexible instrument inserted into the rectum.

Internal examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon by means of a flexible viewing tube inserted through the anus (see Digestive Health).

Sigmoidoscopy is the minimally invasive medical examination of the large intestine from the rectum through the last part of the colon. There are two types of sigmoidoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, which uses a flexible endoscope, and rigid sigmoidoscopy, which uses a rigid device. Flexible sigmoidoscopy is today generally the preferred procedure.