ASGE Provides Tips for a Quality Colonoscopy

The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy offers tips for patients on what they can do to receive a quality colonoscopy in a recent news release.

 

ASGE published the tips to coincide with National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, which occurs in March.

 

The tips discuss to the following steps patients should take:

  • Follow screening recommendations
  • Find a qualified doctor
  • Ask questions
  • Follow instructions about exam preparation
  • Return for follow-up exams as recommended
  • Talk to family
  • Learn more

 

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