The Value of Terminal Ileum Intubation During Colonoscopy

Abstract It is uncertain whether terminal ileum intubation should be performed routinely during colonoscopy, as there uncertainty regarding its diagnostic value. The aim of the present study to assess yield colonoscopy according indications for colonoscopy. This a cross-sectional in which results 294 total procedures were reviewed; ileal was 269 (91.49%) patients. ileoscopy, and histopathological biopsies evaluated. A 54 (20%) out patients who had successful into showed macroscopic abnormalities on ileum. Biopsies positive 4 (7.4%); all Crohn disease. Two erosions (9.5%.) 2 ulcers (18.8%). two presented abdominal pain, pain alternating bowel motion. Those with diarrhea perianal Conclusions Considering low decision perform ileoscopy or not needs made case-by-case basis. However, routine intubation, brief attempts considered despite yield.