A sigmoidoscopy is a test a doctor uses to examine the lower portion of the colon. This procedure can help detect conditions such as colorectal cancer. A sigmoidoscopy involves using a thin instrument ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways Regular colon cancer screenings can help find and treat the disease ...

Flexible sigmoidoscopy (FS) is a medical technique that allows for the visualization of the lining of the gut, specifically the rectum and a part of the colon (up to approximately 60 cm). It is ...

It is usually patients not doctors who balk at the sight of a medical instrument being unwrapped. But the flatus tube, used to treat a condition of the sigmoid colon, is one no surgeon relishes. The ...

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has issued a warning over sigmoidoscope and anoscope systems and accessories manufactured by Welch Allyn Limited. Subscribe today for unlimited ...

The Welch Allyn Disposable Sigmoidoscope may be used in conjunction with either a 6 V illumination system or traditional Welch Allyn 3.5 V power handles. Features: Highly visible graduations for ...

Flexible sigmoidoscopy is a test that a doctor uses to check the inner lining of your rectum and the lower part of your colon. You may get this test if you have certain gut problems, such as abdominal ...