Alternative colonoscopy of the intestines, what does it show?

1 Colonoscopy objective of

Colonoscopy is a medical method for examining the intestine and rectum. This procedure involves the introduction into the body through the anus of the probe, which is equipped with a camera and light. In the process of research, the doctor pushes the tube into the gut and studies its condition. Such diagnostics makes it possible to reveal:

• oncological pathology;
• presence of polyps in the gut;
• diverticula;
• inflammatory and infectious mucosal lesions;
• edema of large veins.

Diagnostic examination will take approximately 30 minutes. If necessary, during a colonoscopy, the doctor can take biological material for further study in the laboratory.

Most patients who are assigned this intestinal examination are interested inwhether there is an alternative diagnostic method for studying the internal organ. In addition to the unpleasant sensations that arise during the examination, many are confused by the very technology of colonoscopy.

2 Alternative diagnostic methods for

In addition, colonoscopy delivers discomfort to the patient, sometimes it is not enough or this procedure is not recommended for carrying out because of the patient's serious condition.

The development of medicine does not stand still, and today there are several analog techniques that can give all the necessary information about the state of the intestine:

1. Irrigoscopy. The procedure for diagnosing is performed using an X-ray. To determine the location and extent of the pathogenic site, the patient is treated with a cleansing enema before starting the study, and then a contrast agent, usually barium sulphate, is injected into the intestine. Sometimes an irrigoscopy is performed with a double contrast. After the contrast is introduced, air is pumped into the intestine. He will give an opportunity to see in more detail all the outlines of the body. This procedure is painless and safe.
2. Recto-manoscopy. Diagnosis in this way involves researching a small part of the intestine, up to 30 cm. For this, a sigmoidoscope is used, which is injected into the body through the anus. At the end of the examination, if necessary, the doctor can take samples of biological material for laboratory histological examination.
3. Virtual colonoscopy. Noninvasive diagnostic method of examination. The created three-dimensional image of hollow organs from within by the software of X-ray computer tomographs makes it possible to diagnose the presence of all deformations and pathological changes with high accuracy.
4. Capsule technique. Endoscopic method of diagnosis is carried out using a small capsule. All that is required of the patient is to swallow the device as a pill. The device will move through the digestive system on its own and make all the necessary shots. The speed of shooting will depend on the intensity of the movement of the swallowed object. All materials received by the capsule are not stored on a rigid carrier, but are transferred to a special protective device with the help of electromagnetic waves. The duration of the diagnosis will be within 5-8 hours. During this time, the patient is not recommended to be near the action of strong magnetic fields. The object will leave the body by itself, in a natural way. Capsule of single use.
5. Ultrasound examination. It can detect tumors that are more than 0.5 cm in size.
6. Magnetic resonance imaging. It is considered one of the best methods of diagnosis. It is painless and non-contact. All that is required of the patient is to enter the capsule of the tomograph, and while the diagnosis is going on, do not move.

Modern methods of intestinal diagnostics are diverse, and therefore it is possible to avoid such an unpleasant procedure as a colonoscopy. It should be borne in mind that the last word for choosing a method of examination remains with the doctor. The type of diagnostic procedure is chosen taking into account many parameters. Preference is given to the method, which will be maximally informative and safe for the patient.