Gastroenterologist Questions Colonic Polyps

How is colorectal polyps diagnosed?

What is the procedure to diagnose colorectal polyps? We believe that my father has it. Can you suggest the tests that he needs to get this diagnosed?

3 Answers

Colonoscopy is the best test. Everyone over age 50 should get one to screen for colon polyps and cancer.
Colonoscopy is the procedure of choice for polyps.
The gold standard is colonoscopy with an adequate bowel prep.