How effective is a colonoscopy at finding polyps and cancer?

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  1. Dr. Monica Borkar
     
    Dr. Monica Borkar of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Gastroenterologists vary in terms of technique and accuracy in detecting polyps and cancer. That being said, detection rates for both polyps as well as cancers are extremely high. These numbers increase as the withdrawal time, meaning the time it takes for a physician to inspect the walls of the colon, increases.
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    Gastroenterologists vary in terms of technique and accuracy in detecting polyps and cancer. That being said, detection rates for both polyps as well as cancers are extremely high. These numbers increase as the withdrawal time, meaning the time... More