Why is a Colonoscopy so important?
Colonoscopy is the most accurate and versatile diagnostic test for Colon Rectal Cancer since it can localize and biopsy lesions throughout the large bowel, detect synchronous neoplasms and remove polyps. In the United States, approximately 153,000 new cases of large bowel cancer are diagnosed annually. There are no symptoms in the majority of patients with early-stage colon cancer and these patients are diagnosed as a result of screening. Screening colonoscopy is recommended starting at the age of 45 y/o for average-risk patients and is covered by most insurances. It can be done at a younger age in case of a family history of colon cancer in first-degree relatives.
Want to expedite your colonoscopy?
A Fast Track Colonoscopy makes it easy for patients to schedule their procedure bypassing their initial office consultation. Simply have your primary care physician complete and fax our questionnaire form to get started.
