The term Sigmoidoscopy is familiar to most people who face problems related to the digestive system. In the Community lots of fear and myths about the diagnostic process of GI systems such as endoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, and others. Dr. Saurabh Kate is one of the best endoscopists in Sangamner who has performed all the procedures very efficiently. Also, he explains the benefits and uses of this diagnostic procedure.
A Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure of the lower part of the gastrointestinal tract called the colon or large intestine. It is also called “Flexible Sigmoidoscopy”. A colonoscopy helps doctors examine the entire colon. But sometimes only the sigmoid colon warrants close inspection. That’s the main reason for Dr. Saurabh Kate will recommend a sigmoidoscopy. Dr. Saurabh Kate (Endoscopist in Sangamner) performs all endoscopy procedures at Dr. Kate Hospital Sangamner.
Dr. Saurabh Kate and the team first prepare the patient for the Sigmoidoscopy procedure. Then give information to the patient about the process. After that Dr. Saurabh examine the anus for the sigmoidoscope and placed it through the anus. The scope is a flexible tube with a camera at its end. The scope is gently moved into your colon. Air is inserted into the colon to enlarge the area and help the doctor view the area better. The air may cause the urge to have a bowel movement or pass gas. Suction may be used to remove fluid or stool. Often, the images are seen in high definition on a video monitor. Dr. Saurabh Kate may take tissue samples with a tiny biopsy tool or a thin metal snare inserted through the scope. Heat (electrocautery) may be used to remove polyps. Photos of the inside of your colon may be taken.
Both procedures are screening tools for colon cancer. A sigmoidoscopy is less invasive. It allows your healthcare provider to see only the lower part of the colon. With a colonoscopy, your healthcare provider can examine all of the large intestines. If the flexible sigmoidoscopy procedure reveals polyps in your lower colon, your healthcare provider can remove them. You’ll need a colonoscopy next. During a colonoscopy, your healthcare provider can remove additional polyps before they turn cancerous.
The cost of the Sigmoidoscopy in Sangamner, Ahmednagar is varies from hospital to hospital. At Dr. Kate Hospital Sangamner Sigmoidoscopy procedure price ranges from Rs. 3000 to Rs.8000. The cost varies patient condition, a facility used, and specialist team
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