Sigmoidoscope (Noun)
Meaning
An endoscope (a flexible fiberoptic probe) for examining the sigmoid colon.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor ordered the use of a sigmoidoscope to visually examine the patient's sigmoid colon for signs of damage or disease.
- During the procedure, the sigmoidoscope was gently inserted through the rectum and guided through the sigmoid colon.
- The sigmoidoscope allowed the surgeon to inspect the interior walls of the sigmoid colon with remarkable clarity.
- The patient was given instructions to prepare for the sigmoidoscope procedure by following a specific diet and bowel preparation routine.
- After the sigmoidoscope was removed, the doctor reviewed the images taken during the procedure to look for any abnormalities.