Colonoscopy consultation performed prior to a screening colonoscopy procedure

Procedure Information

What is a Colonoscopy Consultation Performed Prior to a Screening Colonoscopy Procedure?

A colonoscopy consultation is a pre-proceedure evaluation by a doctor or specialist before performing a screening colonoscopy procedure.

Why Would I Get a Colonoscopy Consultation Performed Prior to a Screening Colonoscopy Procedure?

The colonoscopy consultation is used to assess any potential risks or contraindications in order to determine if performing a screening colonoscopy procedure is safe.

What Happens During a Colonoscopy Consultation Performed Prior to a Screening Colonoscopy Procedure?

During the colonoscopy consultation, the specialist typically evaluates medical history, asks questions to better understand medical history and any risk factors, and in some cases performs lab work or other tests to determine if the screening colonoscopy procedure is safe to be performed.

What to Expect After a Colonoscopy Consultation Performed Prior to a Screening Colonoscopy Procedure?

After the consultation, the doctor or specialist will provide the patient with their recommendations whether or not to proceed with the screening colonoscopy procedure. If the patient is determined to be a good candidate for the screening colonoscopy procedure, the doctor will schedule the procedure and review any additional information the patient may need.

Conclusion

Colonoscopy consultation performed prior to a screening colonoscopy procedure is a necessary step before the screening colonoscopy procedure can be performed. It enables a doctor or specialist to assess potential risk factors to ensure the screening colonoscopy procedure can be safely done. The patient can expect to receive recommendations from their doctor as to whether or not to proceed with the procedure after the consultation.