Methods of examination of the intestine This article is written on the basis of the development of the Department of Proctology of the Kyiv Regional Clinical Hospital in the field of the use of modern methods of examination of the intestine. Are they able to apply in other clinics, the author is not known.

Modern methods of examination of the intestine Before talking about the most revolutionary techniques, it is necessary to clarify that they can not always replace the classical finger examination, anoscopy and sigmoidoscopy. For the most common and partially "external" diseases, such as hemorrhoids, anal fissure, etc.. , Sufficient visual or visual examination by these methods to confirm or refute the diagnosis.

In cases of complex intestinal diseases, especially if they are difficult to diagnose or have blurred symptoms, no modern methods of examination are indispensable. Diagnosis of problems and diseases of the intestine in proctology http: // proctolog. Ua / issledovaniye-kishechnika. Php.

Colonoscopy of the 21st Century Here it is a question of a videocolonoscope. It allows you to view the entire rectum in real time, using a backlight, a 160x magnification and an ultrasound scanner.

Thus, polyps are detected in the intestine, Crohn's disease is diagnosed and ulcerative colitis. It is possible to detect cancer in the early stages and pathology of the intestinal mucosa.

During the examination, samples of tissues or neoplasms are taken, local minimally invasive treatment is performed.

Capsular endoscopy Examination of the intestine and the whole gastrointestinal tract for fearful, squeamish, prudent and modern people. It represents the initial stage of nanotechnology.

The patient swallows a small capsule, in which is mounted a micro-video camera with a transmitter. Moving naturally, the capsule passes through the entire digestive tract, and also leaves. Therefore, in the one-time use of the capsule, one can be sure.

Throughout the journey, the camcorder transfers the image to the doctor's monitor. Remotely in it you can change the settings, at any delay, turn off the power to save battery power.

Capsular endoscopy reveals all the diseases and pathological processes going to the digestive tract.

Transrectal ultrasound is performed by an ultrasound transducer inserted into the rectum. Gives a three-dimensional image of the region of the intestine. It allows to determine the localization of fistulous passages, tumors and pathologies of the mucous membrane, to see altered lymph nodes.

It is used not only in proctology, but also in urology, since it shows well the condition of seminal vesicles and prostate. Under the control of the TRUS, a biopsy of not only the pararectal tissue but also the prostate.

X-ray study Still refers to modern methods of examination of the intestine. Often it is "X-ray" that puts an end to the diagnosis. Modern X-ray examination is not only a standard snapshot, but also the use of contrast methods. It allows to reveal both organic pathologies and functional changes in the intestine. Remains indispensable in the definition of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulosis and to assess the functional performance of the intestine.

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