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To: D. Long who wrote (477838)3/21/2012 11:15:07 AM
From: DMaA  Read Replies (3) | Respond to of 793917
 
A new study confirms that - damn it.

Colorectal cancer death risk cut in half through colonoscopies, study shows By CBS News Staff


(CBS/AP) Dread having a colonoscopy? A new study shows the colon exam cuts death risk from colon cancer in half. The study is the first to offer clear evidence that the exam, avoided by many who find it uncomfortable or embarrassing, is worth it.

cbsnews.com



To: D. Long who wrote (477838)3/21/2012 11:25:44 AM
From: skinowski  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 793917
 
"Virtual" colonoscopies are about as sensitive as the fiberoptic procedures, but the preparation is the same - and if they do find something, the person still needs to have the "real thing". As far as I know, usually they are still not covered by insurance.

With a positive family history one should have colonoscopies starting at an earlier age, and at more frequent intervals. Better safe than sorry.


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