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Colonoscopy in surgical practice

D C Britton, D Tregoning, G Bone

    British Medical Journal
    |January 15, 1977
    PubMed
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    Colonoscopy effectively diagnoses colonic cancer and polyps, with endoscopic removal of polyps reducing surgery needs. This advanced diagnostic technique offers significant health service savings when performed by experienced specialists.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Oncology
    • Diagnostic Imaging

    Background:

    • Colonoscopy is an emerging diagnostic tool for colorectal conditions.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis of colonic cancer and polyps is crucial for patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of colonoscopy in diagnosing and managing colonic lesions.
    • To assess the role of colonoscopy in relation to barium enema and surgical interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • A retrospective analysis of 170 colonoscopies performed over three years.
    • Inclusion of data on cancer detection, polyp findings, endoscopic excisions, and examination failures.

    Main Results:

    • Colonoscopy identified colonic cancer in 14 patients and polyps in 28, with 18 polyps removed endoscopically.

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  • Absence of sinister lesions confirmed in 110 cases; 17 examinations failed, including two bowel perforations.
  • Endoscopic diathermy snare facilitated polyp removal, potentially reducing surgical necessity.

    • Conclusions:

    • Colonoscopy is a valuable diagnostic and therapeutic tool for colonic diseases, complementing other methods.
    • Endoscopic polyp excision via diathermy snare can decrease the need for formal surgery.
    • The procedure is safe and cost-effective in skilled hands within organized centers, though risks exist for inexperienced endoscopists.