Quality in the technical performance of screening flexible sigmoidoscopy: recommendations of an international multi-society task group.

COLORECTAL CANCER Quality in the technical performance of screening flexible sigmoidoscopy: recommendations of an international multi- society task group

Background: Flexible sigmoidoscopy (FS) is a complex technical procedure performed in a variety of settings, by examiners with diverse professional backgrounds, training, and experience. Potential variation in technical quality may have a profound impact on the effectiveness of FS on the early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer. Aim: We propose a set of consensus and evidence based r...

Colorectal cancer screening: Recommendations for physicians and patients from the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force on Colorectal Cancer

This document updates the colorectal cancer (CRC) when persons up to date with screening, who have prior screening recommendations of the U.S. Multi-Society Task Force of Colorectal Cancer (MSTF), which represents the American College of Gastroenterology, the American Gastroenterological Association, and The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. CRC screening tests are ranked in 3 ti...

An Experience of Qualified Preventive Screening: Shiraz Smart Screening Software

Background: Computerized preventive screening software is a cost effective intervention tool to address non-communicable chronic diseases. Shiraz Smart Screening Software (SSSS) was developed as an innovative tool for qualified screening. It allows simultaneous smart screening of several high-burden chronic diseases and supports reminder notification functionality. The extent in which SSSS affe...

Prospective, randomized, single-blind comparison of two preparations for screening flexible sigmoidoscopy.

BACKGROUND The best and most cost-effective bowel cleansing regimen for patients undergoing flexible sigmoidoscopy is not known. The aim of this study was to compare patient tolerance, quality of preparation, and cost of 2 bowel cleansing regimens for flexible sigmoidoscopy. METHODS Two hundred fifty consecutive patients referred for screening flexible sigmoidoscopy were randomized to receive...

SGNA Guideline. Guideline for performance of flexible sigmoidoscopy by registered nurses for the purpose of colorectal cancer screening.