Endoscopy – Flexible sigmoidoscopy
A sigmoidoscopy is an examination of the rectum and lower bowel.
A small scope (viewing device) is inserted into the anus (back passage). The bowel is then inflated with air in order to carry out the examination.
The procedure is not usually painful but a little discomfort can be experienced.
A biopsy (small piece of tissue) is sometimes taken for laboratory examination.
Prices
The prices of some procedures are available online. To see the available costs please choose a hospital from the drop down menu below.
Sigmoidoscopy from £–
Related treatments
Other treatments available within the field of Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy Intestine examination
- Diagnostic oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy Digestive system examination
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy Rectum / bowel examination
- Gastroenterology Digestive system treatments
- Gastroscopy Stomach examination
- Laparoscopy Examination of abdomen / pelvic organs
Hospitals and consultants
that perform this treatment
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