Colon Cancer Screening

The visual examination of the large intestine (colon) using a lighted, flexible fiber optic or video endoscope. The colon begins in the right-lower abdomen and looks like a big question mark as it moves up and around the abdomen, ending in the rectum. It is 5 to 6 feet long.

Watch An Animation About Colon Cancer Below

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All of the Gastroenterology Animations were created with the help of Dr. Urfan Dar.

Click on a title to download information and instructions. (PDF files)

Bowel Prep
5-Day Bowel Prep
Understanding Colonoscopy Procedure
Click here, to download information an explanation of the procedure (PDF files)