Colonoscopies are the most effective way to catch colon cancer and prevent deaths related to colon cancer. Dr. Berookim is one of the leaders in colonoscopy Los Angeles procedures, in this latest blog post the doctor and his Gastroenterology Institute of Southern California shares this new groundbreaking colonoscopy treatment that offers a better view of the colon.
Colonoscopy Facts
- Colonoscopies performed by a gastroenterologist reduce the chances of a colon cancer death by 65%.
- Colonoscopies provided by general doctors reduce the chances of a colon cancer death by 57%.
- Colonoscopies performed by a general surgeon reduce the probability of a colon cancer death by 52%.
Third Eye Colonoscopy
In a Third Eye colonoscopy, an added device works with standard colonoscopy equipment to provide a look behind the camera, relatable to that of a rearview mirror in a car. This new device has made spotting polyps that normally would go unnoticed possible.
A study performed by clinical professor, Dr. Jerome D. Waye, found that detection and removal of polyps increased by 13.2% while using the Third Eye technology. For adenomas, polyps that are the most likely to develop into cancer, the number was 11%.
As the adenoma increased in size, the rate of detection using Third Eye colonoscopies improved. For polyps 6mm in diameter or larger, the rate is 25%. At 10mm or larger, the number skyrockets to 33%. This new technology could go a long way in catching cancerous polyps, greatly increasing the chances of the patient’s survival.
Colonoscopy Los Angeles
Dr. Berookim, founder of the Gastroenterology Institute of Southern California, is a trusted provider of colonoscopy Los Angeles services. His medical practice offers both traditional and Third Eye colonoscopies. To learn more about each procedure, visit their website or call (310) 271-1122. Their offices are at 150 N Robertson Blvd. Suite 204, Beverly Hills, CA 90211