In this guide
7 min readProcedure Guide
A colonoscopy report can mention terms such as polyps, colitis, ulcer, biopsy and bowel preparation. Understanding the report helps patients follow the next plan correctly.
Key Takeaways
- Good preparation improves accuracy
- Poor preparation may require repeat test
- Diet and laxative instructions matter
- Number and size matter
- Histopathology guides risk
Bowel preparation quality
The report may comment on whether the colon was clean enough to see clearly.
- Good preparation improves accuracy
- Poor preparation may require repeat test
- Diet and laxative instructions matter
Polyps and removal
Polyps are growths that may be removed and sent for biopsy when suitable.
- Number and size matter
- Histopathology guides risk
- Repeat colonoscopy timing depends on report
Colitis and ulcers
Inflammation may suggest infection, IBD, ischemia or other causes. Biopsy can help clarify.
Follow-up after report
Bring the colonoscopy images, report and biopsy result for final treatment and surveillance planning.