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Reasons for Virtual Colonoscopy

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When your doctor informs you that you need the Virtual Colonoscopy procedure performed it can be scary. Learn exactly what the procedure involves, the reasons it needs to be performed and what the next steps could be.

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Why Virtual Colonoscopy is Performed


Alternate Names for Virtual Colonoscopy:
Computed tomography colonography
CT colography
CT colonography



Reasons for Test

This test is used to look for polyps or cancers of the colon.

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Learn what Virtual Colonoscopy is
What Is
Learn what the procedure is. Find out how it is performed.
Reasons For Virtual Colonoscopy
Reasons For
Find out why and when this procedure should be done.
Virtual Colonoscopy Complications
Complications
Learn about possible complications and what might increase the risk of them.
Virtual Colonoscopy Details
What to Expect
Find out how long it will take, what they will be doing and what to expect afterwards.
Virtual Colonoscopy Results
Results
What are the next steps and other possible tests needed after you have received the results.
When to Contact Doctor about Virtual Colonoscopy
Call Your Doctor
What to look out for and when to call your doctor after a procedure has been done.

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