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- A new study shows that older adults are at a slightly higher risk of complications after having a colonoscopy. An additional study found a high-quality colonoscopy is associated with over 17 years' worth of lower colorectal cancer risk. Regardless of new findings, current colonoscopy and colorectal cancer screening recommendations remain in place.
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Jul 20, 2020 · Key Takeaways. A new study shows that older adults are at a slightly higher risk of complications after having a colonoscopy. An additional study found a high-quality colonoscopy is associated with over 17 years' worth of lower colorectal cancer risk.
Dec 8, 2020 · Learn about the possible risks and complications of colonoscopy, a screening test for colon and rectal cancers. Find out how older adults may face higher risks and what alternatives are available.
- Corey Whelan
Jun 6, 2014 · Colonoscopy in very elderly patients carries a greater risk of complications and morbidity than in younger patients, and is associated with lower completion rates and higher likelihood of poor bowel preparation.
- Otto S Lin
- 10.4253/wjge.v6.i6.220
- 2014
- 2014/06/06
Jun 15, 2021 · “There are risks involved with colonoscopy, such as bleeding and perforation of the colon, and also risks involved with the preparation, especially in older people,” Dr. Umar said. Preparing for a colonoscopy requires a thorough cleansing of the entire colon before the test, which can lead to dehydration and other problems.
Although screening and diagnostic colonoscopy is performed commonly in the elderly under 80 years of age, its risks and benefits in patients 90 years of age or above are unclear. There is limited data to suggest that there are significantly higher complication rates with limited benefit in this age group.
Jan 3, 2020 · Colonoscopy and other invasive testing options are considered safe, but the risks of complications of the bowel preparation, the procedure, and sedation medications are all increased in older patients.
Jun 2, 2018 · Colonoscopy is the gold standard for investigation of lower GI symptoms. In very elderly patients, colonoscopy may not be appropriate due to patient choice, suboptimal patient fitness and inability to consent.
