Proctoscopy is a medical procedure in which a doctor examines the anal cavity, rectum or sigmoid colon with an instrument called a proctoscope.
A proctoscope is a short, straight, rigid, hollow, metal tube.
During Proctoscopy, the doctor lubricates and inserts the proctoscope into the rectum and then removes the obturator, this gives an obstructed view of the interior of the rectal cavity.
Also, a Proctoscopy helps to:
- Detect diseases in the rectum or anus
- Find the source of anal bleeding
- Find the cause of diarrhoea or constipation
- Remove or monitor the development of existing polyps or growth
- Screen for colon cancer or monitor rectal cancer that has been treated
With rovedana Health Insurance, you have access to Proctoscopy and even more health benefits.
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