Stomach and colorectal cancers are among the top cancers in Singapore. Stomach cancer is the 7th and 9th most common cancer in men and women respectively. Colorectal cancer on the other hand, is the top cancer for men and the second most common cancer for women. Detection of stomach and colorectal cancers at the early stages enable treatment to be started when the diseases are the easiest to treat. These cancers may be detected via a number of different ways, amongst which gastroscopy and colonoscopy are considered the “gold standard”.
Learn More About Gastroscopy And Colonoscopy From The Expert – Dr Benjamin Yip, Gastroenterologist In Singapore
Health365 interviews Dr Benjamin Yip to learn more about these important cancer screening procedures. Dr Benjamin Yip is a gastroenterologist in Singapore, and is the Medical Director of Alpha Digestive & Liver Centre. In the interview, Dr Yip explains the following:
- What are gastroscopy and colonoscopy? How can they prevent serious health issues, including cancer?
- How accurate are they?
- How are are they performed? Are they painful?
- Who should go for gastroscopy or colonoscopy?
- What are the potential risks or complications of these procedures?
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