How is Virtual Colonoscopy different from Colonoscopy?
Virtual colonoscopy is an x-ray test, takes less time, and you don’t need anesthesia. With virtual colonoscopy, your doctor doesn’t view the entire length of your colon. Virtual colonoscopy may not find certain polyps as easily as a colonoscopy can. Doctors can’t remove polyps or treat certain other problems during a virtual colonoscopy. Your health insurance coverage may be different for the two procedures.
References:
1. NIH
2. NIDDK
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