Virtual colonoscopy is recommended as a screening method, especially for people over fifty years of age who are at risk of developing polyps or who have already undergone endoscopic polypectomy and require further evaluation.
Its only drawback, compared to a traditional colonoscopy, is that, by its very nature, it does not allow for biopsies to be taken. Therefore, it is not recommended for patients at risk of developing polyps or colorectal cancer, in whom the traditional endoscopic probe allows for immediate removal. Your specialist will determine the most appropriate technique for your particular case. It is important to note that technological and medical advancements are constant.
