Biopsy of large bowel using an endoscope

Procedure Information

What is a Biopsy of Large Bowel using an Endoscope?

A biopsy of the large bowel using an endoscope is a biopsy procedure done to help diagnose, study, or treat certain medical conditions. It involves inserting a small camera, attached to a tube, into the rectum to allow for viewing and collection of tissue samples from the large bowel.

Why Would I Get a Biopsy of Large Bowel using an Endoscope?

The endoscopic biopsy may be performed if there is a concern that your large bowel has been affected by an infectious disease, cancer, inflammatory condition, or other medical problem. It is used to help to make an accurate diagnosis and to determine the best plan of treatment.

What Happens During a Biopsy of Large Bowel using an Endoscope?

The biopsy procedure is done with the patient typically sedated and lying on their left side. An endoscope with a tiny camera at the end is inserted through the rectum and slowly advanced toward the large bowel. When the areas of interest are identified, small tissue samples are taken. Once the samples have been taken, the endoscope is taken out.

What to Expect After a Biopsy of Large Bowel using an Endoscope?

Patients will have to wait for the biopsy results and then communicate the findings with their doctor for further guidance on treatment. It is normal to experience some rectal bleeding and mild cramping post-procedure. Patients may also experience some abdominal bloating and discomfort.

Conclusion

A biopsy of the large bowel using an endoscope is a procedure used to take tissue samples from the large bowel for testing. It is done to help diagnose, study, or treat certain medical conditions, and can help your doctor determine the best plan of treatment. After the procedure, you may experience some rectal bleeding, mild cramping, abdominal bloating, and discomfort.