Biopsy is not possible during this procedure. Colonoscopy - The passage of a long flexible fibreoptic tube into the whole length of the large bowel, about 1.5 meters or 5 feet. Biopsy of bowel tissue or removal of small polyps can be carried out at the same time. Careful bowel preparation is required. It is a more uncomfortable but more complete procedure in highlighting the entire colon.
Colonoscopy is the screening procedure of choice for hereditary colon cancer.
This is the most effective form of treatment. This is the recommended treatment for hereditary colon cancer. The removal of half of the large intestine and reconnection of the healthy remainder. If the tumor is blocking the bowel, either a temporary or a permanent colostomy may be created after the tumor is removed. If it is temporary, a second operation will be needed to close the stoma once the bowel has healed and normal bowel function can be restored.