Colonoscopy Dallas
Risks
According to the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy, serious complications occur in around 2.8
percent of
every 1,000 procedures when done in people of average risk.
Choosing the outpatient facility where you
have the procedure may impact your risk. One study showed a marked difference
in complications, and quality of care, among facilities.
Risks associated with Colonoscopy Dallas
include:
Perforated intestine
Intestinal perforations are tiny tears in the
rectum wall or colon. They can be made accidentally during the procedure by an instrument. These punctures are
slightly more likely to occur if a polyp is removed.
Perforations can often be treated with
watchful waiting, bed rest, and antibiotics. Large tears are medical
emergencies that require surgical repair.
Bleeding
If a tissue sample is taken or a polyp
removed, you may notice some bleeding from your rectum or blood in your stool a
day or two after the test. This is typically nothing to be worried about.
However, if your bleeding is heavy, or doesn’t stop, let your doctor know.
Post-polypectomy
electrocoagulation syndrome
This very rare complication can cause severe
abdominal pain, rapid heart rate, and fever after a Colonoscopy Dallas. It’s caused by an injury to the bowel wall
which results in a burn. These rarely require surgical repair, and can usually
be treated with bed rest and medication.
Adverse reaction to
anesthetic
All surgical procedures carry some risk of
negative reactions to anesthesia. These include allergic reactions and
respiratory distress.
Infection
Bacterial infections, such as E.
coli and Klebsiella, have been known to occur
after Colonoscopy Dallas. These may be more likely to happen at
medical centers that have inadequate infection control measures put in place.
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