Virtual Colonoscopy Treatment in India
About Virtual Colonoscopy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive with no sedation required for most patients.Lower risk of complications like bleeding or perforation compared to traditional colonoscopy.Provides a detailed, 3D view of the entire colon and surrounding abdominal structures.Procedure is typically completed in 10-15 minutes.No recovery time from sedation; patients can usually return to normal activities immediately.Highly effective for detecting significant polyps and cancers./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Screening for colorectal cancer in average-risk individuals over the age of 45.
- Evaluation when a traditional colonoscopy is incomplete or cannot be performed.
- Assessment for patients who are at high risk for sedation or have bleeding disorders.
- Pre-operative planning for known colorectal cancer.
- Investigation of unexplained abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, or iron-deficiency anemia.
- Monitoring patients with a personal history of polyps or colorectal cancer.
How to prepare
- A clear liquid diet is required for 1-2 days before the procedure.
- Thorough bowel cleansing using prescribed laxatives to ensure the colon is empty.
- Drinking a contrast agent (barium or iodine-based) to help tag any residual stool.
- Fasting for a few hours prior to the scan.
- Informing the radiologist of all medications, allergies, and any history of kidney problems.
- A small, flexible tube may be inserted into the rectum to gently inflate the colon with air or carbon dioxide for better imaging.
Risks & possible complications
- Exposure to a low dose of ionizing radiation from the CT scan.
- Rare allergic reaction to the intravenous contrast dye, if used.
- Discomfort or cramping from colon inflation.
- Very small risk of perforation (a tear in the colon wall).
- Possible false-positive or false-negative results, which may require a follow-up traditional colonoscopy.
- If polyps are found, a traditional colonoscopy will still be needed to remove them.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Most patients can resume normal activities, including driving, immediately after the procedure.
- Any cramping or bloating from the air insufflation usually subsides within a few hours.
- Patients can eat and drink normally right away.
- The radiologist will analyze the images and send a detailed report to the referring doctor.
- A follow-up appointment is scheduled to discuss the results and any necessary next steps.
- If no significant findings are detected, the next screening is typically recommended in 5-10 years.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0-1 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering virtual colonoscopy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with radiology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for virtual colonoscopy compare across other countries where we have data.
Rohan Singh, a 52-year-old software engineer...
Rohan Singh, a 52-year-old software engineer with a family history of colon cancer (his father passed away from it at 65), had been experiencing intermittent abdominal discomfort and changes in bowel habits for several months. His primary care physician, noting his age and significant family history, recommended a colon cancer screening. Rohan was terrified of the sedation and potential complications of a traditional colonoscopy. His radiologist, Dr. Sharma, empathetically explained Virtual Colonoscopy (CT Colonography) as a less invasive, sedation-free alternative that uses CT imaging. The preparation was still challenging, a clear liquid diet and laxatives, but the procedure itself was quick. He lay on a CT table while a small, flexible tube inserted air into his colon to expand it for better images. There was brief cramping but no pain. The scan took only 15 minutes, and he drove himself home. The results, available within days, showed two small polyps, which were not cancerous but pre-cancerous. He was referred for a traditional colonoscopy to have them removed. Emotionally, Rohan moved from a state of fear and avoidance, rooted in his father's illness, to one of immense relief and proactive control. Knowing the polyps were caught early gave him peace of mind and a positive outlook on future surveillance.
Radiologists for Virtual Colonoscopy
Explore experienced radiologists who regularly perform virtual colonoscopy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 18 Years Experience
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