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Blood in the Stool after a Recent Colonoscopy: What Now?
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In this episode, Dr. Gandolfo will address a common clinical question: What should you do if you have a stool test positive for blood but recently had a colonoscopy?
Dr. Gandolfo explores the purposes of stool tests in colorectal cancer prevention, comparing their strengths and weaknesses to colonoscopy. He reviews a patient case and discusses the utility of performing stool guaiac tests after a recent colonoscopy.
Topics covered in this episode:
- Stool Tests: Understanding their role in colorectal cancer prevention.
- Colonoscopy vs. Stool Tests: Strengths and weaknesses.
- Patient Case: A 52-year-old woman with a positive guaiac test two years after colonoscopy.
- Quality of Colonoscopy: Key factors to ensure a protective exam.
- Practical Advice: When to consider a repeat colonoscopy and when it might be unnecessary.
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