The American Cancer Society and the American Gastroenterological Association recommend annual colorectal screenings for people who are 50 and over with average risk for colon cancer. They recommend screenings at an earlier age for those with a family history of cancer or symptoms.
Barranca Surgery Center (BSC) has a fully equipped, state-of-the-art endoscopy and colonoscopy suite.
BSC provides routine screening and diagnostic testing for ulcer disease, hiatal hernia, gastroesophageal
reflux disease, colitis, colon polyps and colon cancer. These examinations are highly sensitive, specific and
effective in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal problems. If a problem is diagnosed, BSC provides appropriate therapeutic
interventions, such as esophageal dilation for patients suffering from strictures and difficulty swallowing;
biopsies for tissue sampling; and, polyp removal.
According to recent studies published by the Journal of the American Medical Association, a colonoscopy is far more reliable in detecting polyps than any other diagnostic method. The detection and removal of polyps can prevent cancer from developing.
With highly qualified, board-certified gastroenterologists, a well-trained staff, and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, BSC provides upper endoscopies and colonoscopies in a comfortable, stress-free environment.
