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A 77-year-old male had two stents inserted a year ago. is it advisable to undergo a colonoscopy so soon after the stents?

Q: a 77-year-old male had two stents inserted a year ago. is it advisable to undergo a colonoscopy so soon after the stents?

: I don't consider stints a year ago a reason not to get any medical procedure your doc recommends.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

I don't consider stints a year ago a reason not to get any medical procedure your doc recommends.

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Answered 12/25/2022

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A member asked:

A 77-year-old male had two stents inserted a year ago. is it advisable to undergo a colonoscopy so soon after the stents?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

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