A member asked:

Why does it take 2-4 hours to perform the colonoscopy?

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Dr. Howard Hack answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

30 minutes: Colonoscopies usually take between 15-30 minutes to complete. Facilities typically ask patients to arrive an hour early for check-in and preparation. Patients are observed for 30 minutes after the exam for a total facility time of about 2 hours.

Answered 8/27/2013

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Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

It doesn't : It doesn't unless you have a specific problem.

Answered 7/11/2017

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