title: Colonoscopy.
abstract: Colonoscopy is a procedure that more primary care physicians are performing. This article has attempted to provide such physicians the basic information needed regarding the indications, contraindications, and complications associated with colonoscopy. Patient issues such as preparation, education, and consent were also discussed.
authors.affiliation: Family Practice Residency Program, Floyd Medical Center, Rome, Georgia, USA.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Robinson
mesh_terms: D000740:Anemia / Q000175:diagnosis; D003110:Colonic Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D003113:Colonoscopy / Q000009:adverse effects; D000075202:Contraindications; D005194:Family Practice; D005260:Female; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis; D006801:Humans; D007258:Informed Consent; D008297:Male; D018579:Patient Selection