The colorectal surgery unit of the National Clinical Hospital “Timofei Moșneaga” was outfitetd with a last-generation video colonoscope. Owing to the modern equipment, it is possible to detect early colorectal cancer by using NBI and RDI technology and particular inflammatory diseases at the initial stages, IPN reports.

The Hospital said the technical options of the medical device enable not only to visualize the tumor, but to also perform biopsy or remove cancer cells. The procedure is painless and the patient’s comfort is ensured by anesthesia.

To benefit from this service at the colorectal surgery unit, one needs referral from the family doctor and to do a series of tests.

The modern medical device was purchased with money from the mandatory health insurance funds.