Is anaemia a correct indication to colonoscopy in elderly patients?
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Materials and methods Were analyzed 1521 colonoscopies performed in last two years, from January 2007 to September 2008, in our Unit of Digestive Endoscopy. Two hundred ninety two pts (19.2%) had age ≥70 years. The indications, colonoscopy completion rate, endoscopic findings, complications and therapeutic consequences were evaluated. Sedation was used in all pts with midazolam (2–2.5 mg) and Floroglucine bihydrate (40–80 mg). The bowel preparation has been performed with PEG. The procedure has been accompanied by pulse oxymetry.
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دوره 9 شماره
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تاریخ انتشار 2009