Pouchoscopy
Pouchoscopy | |
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Purpose | Exam ileo-anal pouch |
Pouchoscopy is a minimally invasive
J-pouch (hence the name pouchoscopy), this evaluation is more commonly completed using a pouchogram (a necessary step in preparing for reversal of the temporary ileostomy, or takedown surgery). A pouchoscopy is normally part of a routine follow up and is used to confirm the diagnosis of pouchitis and cuffitis.[citation needed
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See also
References
- PMID 30245794.