Procedure Information: Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
You have been scheduled for an examination of the lower portion of your colon, the sigmoid. This is done by using a soft, flexible, plastic instrument.
To do a satisfactory examination, you must have a clear lower colon. The best results have been obtained by following these instructions:
IMPORTANT - One Week Prior to Procedure
- Do not take any of these medications: Iron or Coumadin (blood thinner).
- Please avoid any foods containing seeds, such as popcorn, raspberries, strawberries, watermelon, etc.
- Continue to take all other prescribed medications as usual.
Prior to the Procedure
Obtain two Fleet Phosphate enemas, in the green box, at any store by the pharmacy area.
Day of Procedure
- An hour and a half before your exam, use the first Fleet enema. (Follow directions on the box). After evacuation of the first, follow with the second Fleet enema.
- Repeat with warm water enemas until only the water (no stool) returns.
Pricing for this procedure is variable depending upon what the physician finds and feels is necessary at the time. This makes giving an exact price for the procedure difficult. It you need a price for any reason we can provide an estimate.
You will be receiving two statements for the procedure, and possibly three, if biopsies are taken. The first statement is from NORTHERN UTAH GASTROENTEROLOGY AND ENDOSCOPY SPECIALISTS and is for the physician's services. The second statement is from NORTHERN UTAH ENDOSCOPY CENTER or LOGAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL and covers supplies, equipment, room charge, nursing, and technician services. If it is necessary to take biopsies during the procedure this will create a third statement. The third statement would be from a pathologist for the preparation of the slides and interpretation of the biopsy. We appreciate your understanding and support.
If you have any questions, please contact the nurse at 435-787-0270.