PREPARING FOR AN EXAMINATION UNDER ANESTHETIC (EUA) 

EUA is where a proctoscope would be inserted into the anus for examination. For this procedure only the rectum and sigmoid colon is examine, while an excisional biopsy is often effective when need be. A test sample is excised, not all conditions, diseases or problems can be diagnosed or treated solely by excisional biopsy. 

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STEPS TO BOOKING:

1. Obtain a referral form from your physician

2. Book an appointment with our office

3. If you are using insurance (Present insurance Card)

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MEET THE ANESTHESIOLOGIST

• Consultation booking

• Laboratory and Imaging test completed

• Preoperative questionnaire

   

THE DAY BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE:

• Fast 12 hours prior to surgery

• Two (2) enema is used the night prior to your procedure

• Remember to leave all valuables at home (jewelry, money etc.)

• Refrain from smoking and use of alcoholic beverages

• Shower the morning of the procedure 

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SURGERY TIMELINE:

• Patient assessment about 30 minutes after check in

• Anesthesia takes about 15 minutes  

• Examination takes about 15-20 minutes

• Recovery requires 45 minutes to 1 hour

• Upon clearance by the doctor the patient is released

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RESULTS TIMELINE:

• Specimen taken to the laboratory by the patient (If necessary)

• Post operative guidelines given

• Follow-up care

 

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I'm ready to begin...

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