colonoscopy

WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Definitions from WordNet

Noun colonoscopy has 1 sense

colonoscopy - visual examination of the colon (with a colonoscope) from the cecum to the rectum; requires sedation
--₁ is a kind of endoscopy

Definitions from the Web

Colonoscopy

Definition: A medical procedure used to examine the colon and rectum for abnormalities or signs of disease by inserting a flexible tube with a camera through the anus.

Examples:

As a noun:

The doctor recommended a colonoscopy to detect any presence of polyps.
After the colonoscopy, the patient was relieved to hear that everything looked normal.

As a verb:

The gastroenterologist will colonoscopy the patient to investigate digestive issues.
He underwent regular colonoscopies to ensure his health remained in check.