Clinic on Leninsky Clinic on Arbat Clinic in the South-West Clinic on Babushkinskaya Make an appointment around the clock +7 (499) 402-92-33 Treatment Diagnostics Doctors Rates Programs and subscriptions Promotions Contacts Proctology Diseases of the rectum Rectal Disease Symptoms Diagnostics Preparation for inspection Equipment Articles Question answer Testimonials Rates Sigmoidoscopy procedure Sigmoidoscopy is performed in the knee-elbow position, that is, in a position on all fours with support on the elbows. To do this, you will have to remove all clothing below the waist, including underwear. If the acceptance of such a position causes difficulty for some reason or a feeling of false shame arises, this should be told to the medical staff who can help the patient overcome the difficulties. The rectoromanoscope is a cylindrical metal device with an optical system and illumination, resembling an anoscope in shape, but much longer than the latter (35 cm). The rectoscope is inserted into the opening of the rectum (anus), gradually pushed forward, supplying air to expand the lumen of the organ. After removing the obturator (outer shell), the apparatus is advanced under visual control to the sigmoid colon. Then the apparatus is gradually withdrawn in a circular motion, continuously examining the surface of the lumen. Sigmoidoscopy is performed within 10-15 minutes and may be accompanied by slight discomfort. If the procedure causes pain, local anesthetic drugs are used, for example, xicaine gel, dicaine ointment. It is extremely rare, but the appearance of severe pain when performing sigmoidoscopy is possible. In this case, for anesthesia, a novocaine blockade of the anus or general anesthesia is performed. If you are allergic to any medicinal product, be sure to inform your doctor. With the help of sigmoidoscopy, it is possible not only to visually assess the surface of the mucous membrane and to clarify the localization of the pathological process, but also to take material from the mucous membrane for biopsy. In addition, with the help of endoscopic instruments, various tumors, polyps are removed, bleeding stops, the rectal lumen expands, and medical probes are carried out. Make an appointmentCheck prices Abdulkerimov Zaypulla Akhmedovich surgeon, coloproctologist, oncologist, candidate of medical sciences, doctor of the highest category, candidate of medical sciences, doctor of the highest category Semenenko Ivan Albertovich coloproctologist, surgeon, endoscopist, candidate of medical sciences, doctor of the highest category Evtushenko Natalia Grigorievna surgeon, coloproctologist, head of the operating unit, candidate of medical sciences, doctor of the first category All referral doctors 7 (499) 402-92-33 (around the clock) We accept: We are in social networks: Discount for our friends © 2006-2017 LLC Medical Center "STOLITSA" License No. LO-77-01-013697 dated 23.12.16 Leninsky prospect, 90 Leninsky prospect, 146 Bolshoi Vlasyevsky per., 9 st. Pilot Babushkina, 48 B About us news Treatment Diagnostics Doctors Rates House call Free consultations Monthly promotions Photo gallery For nonresident patients Medical Articles Programs and subscriptions Licenses Contract offer Services on credit Question answer Contacts The materials posted on this site are for informational purposes only and are not a public offer. Get expert advice on the medical services provided. To the mobile version Need help? Leave your phone number. 00 : 25 I am waiting for a call