Colorectal Cancer Health Center
Colorectal Cancer: Tests
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Find out how a sigmoidoscopy is used to look for early signs of colon cancer and learn what happens during the procedure.
Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines
Getting regular checkups and colon cancer screening is one of the best ways to prevent colorectal cancer. Finding and removing colon polyps early helps prevent cancer. In addition, colon cancer screening helps find cancer early, making a cure more likely.
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Barium Enema Screening for Colon Cancer
A barium enema is often used along with a sigmoidoscopy to screen for colon cancer. Learn about the procedure and what to expect during and after the test.
Barium Enema Screening for Colon Cancer
Proctoscopy for Rectal Cancer
With a proctoscopy, your doctor can monitor the growth of rectal polyps or check for a return of rectal cancer in people who have already had surgery to treat their cancer.
WebMD Medical Reference
Colorectal Cancer Guide
