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Anoscopy

/əˈnɒskəpi/noun
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Anoscopy is a medical procedure that uses a short, lighted tube called an anoscope to visually examine the anus and lower rectum for signs of disease or abnormalities. This quick, outpatient technique provides detailed views that help diagnose issues like hemorrhoids or polyps, and in modern practice, it's often combined with biopsies for more comprehensive colorectal health assessments.

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