This is a very brief outline of what a colonoscopy is by bmi healthcare, the private division of GHG General Healthcare Group.
A colonoscopy is a method whereby a physician known as an endoscopist will examine the inside of the large bowel of a patient for any problems using a long flexible telescope with an illuminating light. Generally the colonoscopy is a safe invasive procedure with little to no side effects, in fact the patient should be able to return to his/her work or general routine with a number of hours, usually two or more.
If required the patient will be given a sedative in order to relax them. The only noticeable complication that can occur throughput the procedure is an allergic breathing reaction or heart irregularities causing trouble.
What is interesting, is the need for the sedative. Is this because a particular patient physically needs the sedative in order for the procedure to go smoothly? Is it because their not comfortable during the procedure, how is their body positioned in order for the endoscopist to complete his, her work. What is the general environment, atmosphere in which the procedure takes place like, is t welcoming, comforting, clinical or sterile.
These are a number of factors that could begin to makeup an interesting investigation into the methods and environment of the colonoscopy procedure.
I have contacted the BMI Fernbrae Hospital in Dundee and will approach my local hospital for information and hopefully arrange an interview with some members of staff.
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