Current Practice in Colonoscopy - A Review

Peshala KKVS, Sahu M, Dixit VK

Abstract: Technology of colonoscope has being advancing from the ancient period where the first proctoscope has used up to the period of latest colonoberscopes and colonovideoendoscopes found. Practice of Colonoscopy is increasing as a diagnostic tool and also as a treatment method. Chances of colonic bleeding, perforation, splenic injury etc. are high even with the latest endoscopes. Complication rates of colonoscopy can be minimize by following standard protocol while patient preparation and during the procedure. It will also helpful for increasing the quality of colonoscopy procedure and patients satisfaction. This review article will be described the guidelines and standards of colonoscopy in current practice

Keywords: Colonoscopy, Guidelines, Standards, protocols