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Endoscopic Procedures

Screening and Treatment for Digestive Health and Cancer Prevention

  • Colonoscopy is the only screening test that can both detect and remove precancerous polyps in one procedure
  • Most endoscopic procedures are outpatient and you can go home the same day
  • A light sedative makes the exam comfortable, and many people don’t remember it afterward
  • Regular colonoscopy significantly lowers the risk of colorectal cancer by catching disease early.

A 55-year-old man with chronic heartburn and difficulty swallowing undergoes upper endoscopy, which reveals esophageal inflammation and precancerous changes. Early detection allows for prompt treatment and ongoing monitoring, preventing progression.

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