Virtual colonoscopy is a noninvasive radiological technique designed to observe the colon wall without using an endoscopy probe . This makes the exam much less invasive than a traditional colonoscopy, while also obtaining much more detailed results.
This type of technique is used where traditional procedures are inaccessible, such as when a serious condition prevents access. Virtual colonoscopy provides a more complete picture of the patient’s condition, evaluating the intestinal tracts located upstream of obstructive or sub-occlusive growths.
