What happens during an Ileoscopy?
Ileoscopy is done through a person's ileostomy. During an ileoscopy, your doctor examines the lining of your ileum, the last part of your small intestine through a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope. Through the endoscope, your doctor can see abnormalities like inflammation or bleeding and may also remove tiny samples of tissue (biopsy) for further tests or treat bleeding problems.
What should I expect during the procedure?
You may have a feeling of pressure or fullness during the exam. The doctor may take a painless biopsy of the lining of the GI tract for closer examination by a pathologist.
What should I expect after the procedure?
The doctor will speak with you about the initial results of your exam. You may feel bloated after the procedure. Following the exam, you may resume your normal diet unless instructed otherwise by your physician.
What are the possible complications associated with Ileoscopy?
Although serious complications are rare, any medical procedure has the potential for risks. A nurse will review all potential warning signs with you before you leave the endoscopy center. Risks include perforations or tears in the lining of the GI tract, bleeding from the biopsy site and reactions to medications.
