Sigmoidoscopy. Is it a general practice procedure?
Sigmoidoscopy can readily be learnt and practised by a general practitioner interested in looking after patients with colorectal problems. Examination with a rigid sigmoidoscope has advantages over use of the flexible instrument for the frequent user. Details of the equipment needed for sigmoidoscopy as well as a method, precautions and some typical findings are described.
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Maroondah Hospital, Prahran.
D015179:Colorectal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D020694:Sigmoidoscopes; D012812:Sigmoidoscopy / Q000379:methods*