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Bonewit # 13
Colon Procedures & Male Reproductive Health-emily
Question | Answer |
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Biopsy | THe surgical removal and examination of tissue from the living body. Biopsies generally are performed to determine whether a tumor is benign or malignant. |
Colonoscopy | The visualization or the rectum and the entire colon using a colonoscope. |
Colonoscope | AN endoscope that is specially designed for passage through the anus to permit visualization of the rectum and the entire length of the colon |
Endoscope | An instrument that consists of a tube and an optical system that is used for direct visual inspection of organs or cavities. |
Insufflate | TO blow a powder, vapor, or gas into a body cavity. |
Melena | The darkening of the stool caused by the presence of blood in an amount of 50 ml or greater. |
Occult blood | Blood in such small amount that it is not detectable by the unaided eye |
Peroxidase | A substance that is able to transfer oxygen from hydrogen peroxide to oxidize guaiac, causing the guaiac to turn blue |
Sigmoidoscope | An endoscope that is specially designed for passage through the anus to permit visualation of the rectum and sigmoid colon |
Sigmoidoscopy | The visual examination of the rectum and sigmoid colon using a sigmoidoscope. |