Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Treatment in Ahmedabad
Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital, Ahmedabad, Gujarat offers safe and advanced Flexible Sigmoidoscopy to examine the lower part of the colon and rectum. It is a minimally invasive procedure used to detect causes of rectal bleeding, bowel habit changes, inflammation, and early colon diseases.
What is Flexible Sigmoidoscopy?
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy is an endoscopic procedure where a thin flexible tube with a camera is inserted through the rectum to examine the sigmoid colon (lower large intestine). It captures real-time images of the inner lining and allows biopsy if needed.
It is quicker than a full colonoscopy and does not require full bowel preparation.
Why is Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Done?
- Rectal bleeding or blood in stool
- Persistent diarrhea or constipation
- Changes in bowel habits
- Unexplained abdominal pain
- Suspected polyps or inflammation
- Screening for colorectal diseases
What Conditions Can It Detect?
- Polyps in lower colon
- Ulcerative colitis
- Diverticulitis
- Rectal and sigmoid cancer
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Infections and internal bleeding
Benefits of Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Faster and simpler than colonoscopy
- No sedation required in most cases
- Immediate visual diagnosis
- Biopsy can be taken during the test
- Helps detect cancer early
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy at Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital
- Performed by expert gastroenterologists
- Modern endoscopy system with HD imaging
- Fully sterile and safe procedure setup
- Same-day discharge
- Trusted GI care center in Ahmedabad & Gujarat
How to Prepare
- Clear liquid diet if advised
- Rectal enema or mild laxative before procedure
- No full bowel prep needed unlike colonoscopy
- Inform doctor about medications
During the Procedure
- Patient lies comfortably on their side
- Flexible scope is passed into rectum
- Air or COâ‚‚ is used to expand the bowel
- Images displayed on HD screen
- Only 10–15 minutes required
After the Procedure
- Normal activities can resume immediately
- Mild gas or bloating may occur briefly
- Biopsy results take 3–5 days
Who Should Consider This Test?
- Patients with rectal bleeding
- People with chronic bowel changes
- Those suspected of lower colon disease
- Screening in people over 50 years
- IBD or ulcerative colitis monitoring
Book Flexible Sigmoidoscopy in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Early diagnosis prevents complications and saves lives.
If you notice bleeding, persistent bowel issues, or digestion changes, visit Akshar Gastro & Liver Hospital for expert flexible sigmoidoscopy evaluation.
