We perform flexible sigmoidoscopies to evaluate the lower part of the colon and rectum. This procedure is ideal for investigating causes of rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, or changes in bowel habits.
We provide hemorrhoid banding, a quick and minimally invasive treatment for hemorrhoids. This procedure involves applying a small rubber band to the base of the hemorrhoid, cutting off its blood supply and allowing it to shrink and fall off.
Abnormalities in the contractions and strength of the esophagus muscles or in the lower esophagus sphincter can result in chest pain, heartburn and difficulty swallowing. Esophageal manometry test is used to evaluate the function of the esophagus muscles and the lower esophageal sphincter (LES). In order to pass food, the esophagus must contract in a sequential manner after swallowing. The…
Colon cancer is rapidly increasing in Africa. In Kenya, colorectal cancer is among the top ten cancers. Almost all colon cancers start out as a polyp on the inside wall (lumen) of the colon. Polyps start out as small wart-like bumps the size of a peanut. Over a period of 5-10 years, some of these polyps continue to grow up…
Colonoscopy is a procedure that enables the doctor to examine the lining of the colon (large bowel) for abnormalities by inserting a flexible tube into the anus and advancing it slowly into the rectum and colon. The colonoscope has a video camera and light source and still photos are shown to you after the procedure. The colonoscope is about the…
