A strict colonoscopy prep diet is necessary to fully cleanse the bowel and allow for clear visualization of the intestinal lining. Following this dietary protocol ensures that residual stool does not ...

Colon cancer caught at an early stage is often more treatable and has a higher survival rate. Surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy are common treatments for colon cancer. Colon cancer ...

The sigmoid colon stores fecal matter until you have a bowel movement. Some conditions affecting the sigmoid colon can cause pain in the lower left abdomen. The sigmoid colon plays a crucial role in ...

The Regional Endoscopy Program at Niagara Health performs over 16,000 procedures a year. It is staffed by Gastroenterologists, Surgeons, Respirologists and highly specialized endoscopy nurses.

The Mass General Brigham Colorectal Surgery Program offers expert diagnosis and surgery for conditions of the lower gastrointestinal tract, colon, and rectum. Our team works together to deliver ...

The Endoscopy Service offers inpatient evaluations and outpatient evaluations and treatments for a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders. The Endoscopy Service at Mass General Brigham offers ...