Health Information
Information is presented on various health conditions, treatments and procedures with the goal of empowering patients to take an active role in managing their health with informed decisions about their care. This provides patients with knowledge, skills, and confidence to understand conditions and treatment plans that affect them.
The effort ultimately leads to positive experiences with healthcare providers, to improved health outcomes and a better quality of life.
Colon Cancer / Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer, develops in the large intest...
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Colon Polyps
Colon polyps are clusters of cells that form on the lining of the colon or rectum. While most c...
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inner lining of the colon, or large intestine, and the rectum. The colonoscopy procedure is performed routinely in patients over the age of 50 as a means detecting colorectal cancer in its early stages. It is also employed diagnosti...
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the colon and rectum; it is used to determine causes of abdominal pain; rectal bleeding; and changes in bowel activity. It is also used to detect early signs of cancer. Colonoscopies are recommended every 10 years for eve...
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Colorectal Surgery
Colorectal surgery is often the recommended course of treatment for certain diseases such as colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, intestinal blockage due to scar tissue, ulcerative colitis that does not respond to medication, and traumatic injuries and polyps.
Polyp Removal...
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