An anoscopy is an examination using a small, rigid speculum (anoscope) inserted a few inches into to the anus in order to evaluate problems of the anal canal.

[edit] Conditions visible to anoscopy

• Haemorrhoids
• Anal fissures
• Fistulas
• Abscesses
• Inflammation
• Perianal/rectal tumors

Anoscopy will permit biopsies to be taken, and is used when ligating prolapsed haemorrhoids. It is used in the treatment of warts produced by HPV.

The procedure is done on an outpatient basis.

[edit] Externel Links

• Anoscopy - Decubitus PositionVideo

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