Recent advances in colonoscopy [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Abstract

Colonoscopy is an important and frequently performed procedure. It is effective in the prevention of colorectal cancer and is an important test in the investigation of many gastrointestinal symptoms. This review focuses on developments over the last 5 years that have led to changes in aspects of colonoscopy, including patient preparation, technical factors, therapeutic procedures, safety, and quality.

Keywords

• Colon & Rectum
• Endoscopy
• Gastrointestinal Cancers
• Health Service Delivery & Management of Anesthesia
• Preventive Medicine