Dr. Khushboo Madaan is a Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist at Paras Health, Gurugram, specializing in advanced endoscopy and comprehensive digestive care. Book Appointment

Colonoscopy is the gold standard endoscopic procedure for examining the entire colon and terminal ileum to diagnose a wide range of lower gastrointestinal disorders. It enables direct visualization of the intestinal mucosa, helping detect colorectal polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, and colorectal cancer. The procedure also allows targeted tissue biopsy for accurate histopathological diagnosis.
Colonoscopy plays a vital role in colorectal cancer screening by identifying and removing precancerous polyps before they progress to malignancy. It is recommended for evaluating symptoms such as rectal bleeding, persistent abdominal pain, chronic diarrhea, constipation, unexplained anemia, and changes in bowel habits. Early diagnosis through colonoscopy significantly improves treatment outcomes and long-term survival.
Beyond diagnosis, colonoscopy offers several minimally invasive therapeutic interventions, including Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) for gastrointestinal bleeding, endoscopic polypectomy for polyp removal, Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) for early colorectal neoplasms, and colonic stent placement for relieving malignant bowel obstruction. These advanced procedures often eliminate the need for major surgery, promote faster recovery, and provide effective management of complex colorectal diseases.

Comprehensive examination of the colon for accurate diagnosis of colorectal diseases

Advanced non contact treatment for bleeding colorectal lesions and vascular abnormalities

Safe removal of colorectal polyps to prevent progression into colorectal cancer

Restore colonic patency through minimally invasive endoscopic stent placement procedures
About Doctor
Paras Hospital, Gastroenterology department, Sushant Lok Phase I, Sector 43, Gurgaon 122002, Haryana