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What is the purpose of colonoscopy when diagnosed with a fatty liver?
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Not directly related: A colonoscopy is used to examine the inner lining of the colon in order to find tumors, bleeding sites, or other abnormalities. A fatty liver is not directly related to this.
Answered 3/9/2013
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