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Endoscopy ( Kurt Davis and Michael A. Valente ) Last document update:   ago

The endoscopic examination is critical for patients with colorectal complaints and is a key component of the complete colorectal examination. • The anoscopic examination is the best way to adequately evaluate the anoderm, dentate line and evaluate for internal and external hemorrhoids, and anal masses. • Multiple bowel preparation regimens exist, but regardless of which prep is chosen, splitting the timing into the half the day prior to and half the day of the procedure results...