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.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform virtual colonoscopy. MediFyr helps you compare radiologists and book consultations online.
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.
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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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- 21 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 22 Years Experience
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Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur
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