Intraoperative transanal fiberoptic colonoscopy: Report of six cases

Authors

Thomas A. Fox Jr.
Peter A. Haas

Abstract

Intraoperative transanal fiberoptic colonoscopy is presented as an alternative to transcolonic procedures to remove colonic polyps, or to excise or biopsy other intraluminal lesions. This method should be considered when the standard transanal colonoscopy has failed. The results with this procedure have been excellent. The method also can be applied to patients who have colonic lesions and are to undergo elective procedures such as hysterectomy and cholecystectomy.

Recommended Citation

Fox, Thomas A. Jr. and Haas, Peter A. (1977) "Intraoperative transanal fiberoptic colonoscopy: Report of six cases," Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal : Vol. 25 : No. 1 , 33-36.
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