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Ulcerative Colitis Evaluation: Lower GI Endoscopy
Lower GI Endoscopy
The diagnosis of ulcerative colitis is usually made during lower GI endoscopy. During the procedure, a flexible scope is used to look at the inside surface of the colon. A tissue specimen can be obtained, for study under the microscope. Images

Two types of lower GI endoscopy include:
Virtual Colonoscopy
Virtual colonoscopy is an alternative to lower GI endoscopy. A CT scan of the abdomen is used to create images of the inside of the colon. Images

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Last Updated: Sep 5, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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