You had an endoscopic examination today. The MDL doctor or nurse endoscopist discussed the examination and results with you. This letter summarises the information for you to read at home.
You had the following examination (Bij u is het volgende gedaan):
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Sigmoïdoscopie |
The results (De resultaten zijn:)
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If tissue was removed during the endoscopy, it will be sent to the pathology laboratory for further testing. |
Recommendations for home
After an examination under sedation
You had an examination under sedation. This medication can have side effects and may still be in effect when you go home.
On the day of the examination, it is important that you
- Do not participate in traffic (driving/cycling) due to the medication’s after-effects.
- Do not operate any potentially dangerous equipment.
- Refrain from making important decisions, such as signing a notarial deed, as you may experience (temporary) memory loss.
- Understand that you may be susceptible to falling, which could cause fractures. This is particularly the case if you take any other medication that can cause drowsiness, e.g. sedatives or tranquillisers.
- Do not use drugs or alcohol.
- Be careful about taking sleeping pills or sedatives.
Eating after the examination (Eten na het onderzoek):
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Anticoagulants/ blood thinners (Bloedverdunners)
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Special considerations after the examination (Aandachtspunten na het onderzoek):
Stool
It may take several days for stools to return to normal after the examination.
Pain after the examination
If you have (abdominal) pain after the examination, you may take two Paracetamol tablets, 500 mg. This typically offers sufficient pain relief.
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Follow-up appointment (Vervolgafspraak)
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What to do in case of problems?
If you experience any issues, such as worsening abdominal pain, blood loss or a persistent high fever, or if you have doubts or any other questions related to the examination, please do not hesitate to contact the hospital. Be sure to indicate which examination you had so that the appropriate measures can be taken.
- During office hours, call the Endoscopy Department.
- Outside office hours, call the Emergency Department.
Contact us
Endoscopy Centre Venlo
Route 83
Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 17:00
+31 (0)77 320 51 32
Endoscopy Centre Venray
Route 90
Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 17:00
+31 (0)77 320 51 32
Emergency Department (A&E) - Venlo
Route Entrance via Professor Gelissensingel 20
+31 (077) 320 58 10
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Contact
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