How often should I have a colonoscopy with ulcerative colitis?
If you have ulcerative colitis (UC), and you have had it for at least 8 years, then you should have a colonoscopy every 1 to 2 years. This is because people with UC have an increased risk of colorectal cancer.
References
- The Risk of Colorectal Cancer in Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Patients. Crohns and Colitis Foundation. 2021. https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/what-is-ibd/colorectal-cancer
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