| Topic: | digestive diseases (dd) |
| Title: | Colonoscopy. |
| Author: | DiBaise, J.K.; Thompson, J.S. |
| Source: | IN: Wexner, S.; Stollman, N., eds. Diseases of the Colon. . New York, NY: Informa Healthcare USA. 2007. pp 137-162. |
| Availability: | Available from Informa Healthcare USA. 52 Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY 10017. Email: healthcare .enquiries@informa.com. Website: www.informahealthcare .com. Price: $265.00. |
| Abstract: | This chapter about colonoscopy is from a comprehensive text that offers chapters about each of the major colonic disorders. Each chapter is coauthored by at least one surgeon and one gastroenterologist to reflect the in-depth collaboration between these fields that is required for managing diseases of the colon. In this chapter, the authors describe the diagnostics, imaging, and therapeutic techniques for colonic evaluation and intervention. They note that the development of a means to accurately and safely visualize the entire colon endoscopically has revolutionized the diagnosis and management of colonic diseases and the clinical practice of gastroenterologists and colorectal surgeons. The authors discuss colon embryology and endoscopic anatomy, the role of sigmoidoscopy, professional training and competence in colonoscopy, patient preparation, bowel preparation, antibiotic prophylaxis, anticoagulant and antiplatelet medication use, the equipment used for colonoscopy, the role of the colonoscopy assistant, sedation and analgesia during colonoscopy, infection control and colonoscope disinfection, contraindications and limitations of colonoscopy, and the use of air-contrast barium enema and virtual colonoscopy. The chapter includes black-and-white photographs and illustrations and concludes with an extensive list of references. 7 figures. 2 tables. 154 references. |
| Format: | Book Chapter |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Digestive System Diseases. Colon. Anatomy. Physiology. Patient Care Management. Pathology. Gastroenterology. Colonoscopy. Surgical Techniques. Diagnostic Tests. |
| Minor Keywords: | Diagnosis. Symptoms. Risk Factors. Imaging Studies. Large Intestine. Preoperative Care. Patient Selection. Postoperative Care. Sedation. Equipment and Supplies. Drug Therapy. Infection Control. Sigmoidoscopy. |
| Publication Number: | DDBK10859. |
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