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Syeda | Gregor | Kowatschitsch | Al Bahloul
Sopira | Pakzad | Promintzer-Schifferl
Specialists for Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Diabetology and Hepatology
Colonoscopy in Vienna at our Group-Practice
A colonoscopy, commonly referred to as a bowel examination, is a diagnostic procedure used to evaluate the lower gastrointestinal tract.
During the procedure, a flexible endoscope (colonoscope) is gently and visually guided through the rectum, colon, and into the final centimeters of the small intestine, with images displayed on a monitor. If necessary, tissue samples (biopsies) can be taken during the examination.
Colonoscopy is recommended for investigating unexplained abdominal pain in the lower or middle abdomen, changes in bowel habits (e.g., constipation or diarrhea), rectal bleeding or blood in the stool (“positive Hemoccult”), and black stool. It is also used for diagnosing conditions such as:
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More InformationAn important indication for a colonoscopy is cancer screening. It helps in the early detection of colon cancer by identifying polyps, which are often precursors to colon cancer. If a polyp is detected, it can be removed during the examination.
Preventive colonoscopy is recommended for all patients by the age of 50 at the latest. For patients with a family history of colon cancer, it should be performed earlier.
Before the procedure, the colon must be emptied. For this purpose, a strong laxative is administered the day before.
At our group practice, colonoscopy is performed using medical-grade CO2 (carbon dioxide) instead of regular air. This offers significant benefits for the patient, as CO2 is quickly and completely expelled through the lungs without being noticed. This minimizes bloating and abdominal discomfort that may otherwise occur with regular air use. CO2 colonoscopy is significantly more comfortable and preferred by patients compared to traditional air colonoscopy.
Upon request, a “gentle colonoscopy” can be performed with the use of sedatives (“twilight sleep”). In our group practice, this sedation is covered by insurance and is therefore free of charge for our patients.
