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Colonoscopy screening starts at age 45.
Colonoscopy screening starts at age 45.
If you’re 45 or older, it may be time for a colonoscopy.
Get high-performing care close to home at Mason City Surgery Center.
If you’re 45 or older, it may be time
for a colonoscopy.
Get high-performing care close to
home at Mason City Surgery Center.
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Close to Home.
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Award-Winning Care.
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Recognized for High-Quality
Colonoscopy & Endoscopy Care
Advanced Surgical Care.
Close to Home.
Expert Physicians.
Exceptional Outcomes.
Award-Winning Care.
5 Star Experience.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Why Screening at 45+ Matters
Colonoscopy screenings help detect issues early, often before symptoms begin. For many patients, this means identifying and removing polyps before they become cancer. Screening at the right time is one of the most effective ways to prevent colon cancer and stay ahead of your health.
Is It Time for a Colonoscopy?
If you are 45 or older, your provider may recommend a colonoscopy even if you feel fine. It may also be recommended if you are experiencing symptoms such as changes in bowel habits, abdominal discomfort, or rectal bleeding, or if you have a personal or family history of colon polyps or colon cancer. Taking the next step starts with understanding your options and talking with your provider.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Why Screening
at 45+ Matters
Colonoscopy screenings help detect issues early, often before symptoms begin. For many patients, this means identifying and removing polyps before they become cancer. Screening at the right time is one of the most effective ways to prevent colon cancer and stay ahead of your health.
Is It Time for a Colonoscopy?
If you are 45 or older, your provider may recommend a colonoscopy even if you feel fine. It may also be recommended if you are experiencing symptoms such as changes in bowel habits, abdominal discomfort, or rectal bleeding, or if you have a personal or family history of colon polyps or colon cancer. Taking the next step starts with understanding your options and talking with your provider.
Prepare Ahead of Time
Preparing for your colonoscopy is an important step to ensure accurate results. Your care team will provide instructions, including dietary
guidelines and timing for your preparation.
Planning ahead can make the process smoother and help
you feel more confident going into your procedure.
Prepare
Ahead of Time
Preparing for your colonoscopy is an important step to ensure accurate results. Your care team will provide instructions, including dietary
guidelines and timing for your preparation.
Planning ahead can make the process smoother and help you feel more confident going into your procedure.
What to Expect
During a Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a short outpatient procedure performed under sedation. A flexible scope is used to examine the colon and rectum for signs of disease. The procedure typically takes less than one hour, and most patients return home the same day.
During the procedure, your provider can remove polyps or take tissue samples if needed. This allows for both detection and prevention in a single visit.
What to
Expect During a Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a short outpatient procedure performed under sedation. A flexible scope is used to examine the colon and rectum for signs of disease. The procedure typically takes less than one hour, and most patients return home the same day.
During the procedure, your provider can remove polyps or take tissue samples if needed. This allows for both detection and prevention in a single visit.
How Do I Schedule
My Colonoscopy ?
If your provider has recommended a colonoscopy for screening or symptoms, ask about a referral to Mason City Surgery Center.
Our team works closely with referring providers to ensure
a smooth, efficient scheduling process for your procedure..
How Do I Schedule
My Colonoscopy ?
If your provider has recommended a colonoscopy for screening or symptoms, ask about a referral to Mason City Surgery Center.
Our team works closely with referring providers to ensure
a smooth, efficient scheduling process for your procedure..
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