PROVIDING EXCELLENCE IN BOWEL CARE

Everyone deserves the best treatment and support for bowel conditions

Proctoscopy

This is an examination of the lowest part of the rectum and anal canal using a short telescope with a light called a proctoscope. This does not involve blowing air into the bowel and is most usually carried out in the outpatients where it is most useful for examining haemorrhoids (piles). The proctoscope is also used when haemorrhoids or piles are treated by banding or injection.

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