The Flexible Sigmoidoscopy module meets the growing need for training in sigmoidoscopy procedures. Increased awareness of the need for early population screening for colorectal cancer has made it imperative that endoscopists and trainees be provided with a means for practicing on a variety of patient anatomies and pathologies prior to performing an actual procedure. The cases contained in this module focus specifically on sigmoidoscopy up to the transverse colon entrance, and have been prepared based on actual medical data.

The Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Module will help you to:

• Become familiar with flexible sigmoidoscopy and the indications for colon cancer screening
• Practice on difficult and unusual anatomies
• Determine the appropriateness of sigmoidoscopy procedures in high-risk situations
• Identify pathologies
• Practice on endoscopic biopsy techniques
• Develop necessary skills in the use of endoscopy tools
• Make appropriate recommendations based on your findings

Flexible Sigmoidoscopy training includes:

• 10 Patient cases that each include patient histories
• Examination of the anus, rectum, sigmoid and descending colon
• Retro in the distal rectum for complete examination
• Identification of a variety of anatomies and pathologies

The cases were created in collaboration with Dr. Darius Sorbi and
Dr. David Fleischer, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ, USA.

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