A traditional colonoscopy uses a device called a colonoscope to look inside the colon and rectum. A virtual colonoscopy is an alternative test that uses a CT scanner instead of a colonoscope. This may ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Virtual colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer has been in use in ...

Beginning January 1, 2025, Medicare will cover virtual colonoscopies, but only in specific circumstances. This does not include initial colon cancer screening. Medicare covers virtual colonoscopies ...

CHICAGO – Three-dimensional computed tomography (CT) colonography, also known as virtual colonoscopy, is more sensitive and less invasive than conventional colonoscopy in screening average-risk ...

Medically reviewed by Qin Rao, MD Key Takeaways Regular colon cancer screenings can help find and treat the disease ...

Bethesda, Maryland (Nov. 1, 2004) – Two studies published today show that widespread use of virtual colonoscopy will ultimately decrease demand for traditional colonoscopy and increase colorectal ...

A colonoscopy is an exam that lets your physician see your entire colon. Before the test, your health care team will give you instructions for how to clear your colon of any stool. This process is ...