Glossary

Rectoscopy

Rectoscopy

Rektoskopie·Also: Mastdarmspiegelung

Rectoscopy is an examination of the rectum using a rigid viewing tube. It is used to examine the lower end of the bowel for bleeding, inflammation or growths.

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