Why Have a Colonoscopy?

COLONOSCOPY Safe • Accurate • Effective Why Have a Cólonoscopy? A colonoscopy is used to diagnose the following conditions: • Family History of Colon Cancer/Polyps • Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease • Pain/Rectal Bleeding Change in Bowel Habits • Chronic Diarrhea A colonoscopy is the only procedure that allows precancerous polyps to be detected and removed immediately, preventing their development into colon cancer. A colonoscopy is considered the BEYOND "GOLD STANDARD" SAVES LIVES 80% AND cancer screening method and is recommended for men and women 50 years of age and up. STRIVING TO SCREEN 80% FOR Granite Peaks Gastroenterology pledged to help increase colorectal cancer screening rates in accordance with the American Cancer Society and the National Colon Cancer Round Table 80% and Beyond initiative. It's EASIER than you think! Schedule your appointment with Granite Peaks GI. Follow the instructions for the bowel prep PREP Check in at Granite Peaks Endoscopy Center. Our nurse will prepare you for your procedure. During your procedure, our licensed anesthesia providers will sedate you and monitor your vital signs. The scope displays images for the physician to evaluate as it advances through the colon. If polyps are found, they are removed during the procedure and sent to pathology for testing. Before you leave, your physician will review their findings with you. YOUR RESULTS If biopsies were taken and depending on pathology results, your doctor will recommend when you should repeat your colon cancer screening. If you are having a colonoscopy due to a chronic illness, your doctor will have specific recommendations appropriate for your condition. X lranite Pecke A colonoscopy is a simple, comfortable procedure that could SAVE YOUR LIFE You are in good hands with the board-certified gastroenterologists at Granite Peaks Gastroenterology. Our highly-skilled, professional staff and our state-of-the-art facility make this invaluable procedure easier than you think. GRANITE PEAKB www.granitepeaksgi.com Locations in Sandy and Lehi • 801.619.9000 SCREENIN COLORECTA