👉 Proctoscopy, also known as a colonoscopy, is the examination of the large intestine (colon) through small incisions in the rectum or anal region. It involves inserting a thin, flexible tube called a scope into the rectum to visualize the internal structure of the colon and surrounding organs such as the stomach, jejunum, ileum, small bowel, and rectum. Proctoscopy is done under general anesthesia and may be performed for various reasons, including screening
