Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Definition
Endoscopic examination of the luminal surface of the sigmoid colon.
Also known as Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0037075 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Colon | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Digestive tract | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Sigmoid colon | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |