What are the risks of painless colonoscopy?

Painless colonoscopy generally refers to painless colonoscopy. The hazards of painless colonoscopy may include anesthetic side effects, cross infection, intestinal perforation, etc.

1. Anesthetic side effects Before

painless colonoscopy, anesthetics are needed first, and there may be certain anesthesia risks. For example, some people may be allergic to anesthetics, and respiratory depression, heart rate drop, blood pressure drop, etc. may occur after painless colonoscopy.

2. Cross infection

Painless colonoscopy equipment will be repeatedly used. If disinfection is not strict or improper operation is performed, cross infection may occur.

3. Intestinal perforation

If the inspection is performed improperly, it may stimulate the intestinal wall, and even cause intestinal perforation in severe cases.