Sigmoidoscopy

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Sigmoidoscopy is a specialized endoscopic procedure used to examine the lower section of the colon, specifically the rectum and sigmoid colon. It is performed using a sigmoidoscope, a flexible, camera-equipped tube that provides a clear view of the intestinal lining. This procedure is valuable for diagnosing conditions such as rectal bleeding, chronic diarrhea, and lower abdominal pain, and can also be used to screen for colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD).