colonoscopy

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/kɑləˈnɑskəpi/ English

Definitions

noun

The examination of the colon using a colonoscope.

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Synonyms

coloscopy sigmoidoscopy sigmoidoscope proctoscopy colotomy ileocolonoscopy colonectomy endoscopy proctography colonofiberoscopy coelioscopy rectosigmoidoscopy colorectomy sigmoid colon colostography abdominoscopy

Associated

esophagogastroduodenoscopy polyp cecum polyps enema colonic colorectal colitis colon bowel

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