We use endoscopy to look inside the body to make diagnoses, screen for and prevent cancer. In addition, endoscopy allows the gastroenterologist to treat conditions via the endoscope thereby avoiding surgery. Endoscopic treatments include removal and destruction of polyps and other lesions, treatment of bleeding, dilation of narrowed areas (strictures) and placement of stents to keep narrowed areas open. 

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Colonoscopy is the “gold standard” procedure for colon cancer screening and prevention. It is also used to investigate rectal bleeding, diarrhea, anemia and abdominal pain.  Colonoscopy is a safe, routine procedure.  

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