Ano- /rectoscopy is done when:
- proven blood (visible or occult) or other symptoms suggestive of cancer in the rectum.
- postoperative control after earlier bowel cancer operation.
Purpose
- Uncover polyps or infiltrating cancer in the rectum.
- Consider tumors exact location of the rectum, which is important in preparing the type of operation.
- Consider the exact location of the tumor , which is important in preparing the type of operation.