| Colon or Rectal Stricture
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| Suggested Pre-Referral Evaluation and Management Guidelines |
Referral is indicated when patient has been found to have a colon or rectal stricture by physical examination, endoscopy, or contrast imaging.
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| Suggested Additional Test/Management Prior to Specialty Visit |
- Colonoscopy with biopsy or barium enema
- CT scan of abdomen and pelvis, with contrast
- Serum studies to include CBC, CEA, comprehensive metabolic panel
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| Patient Education/Information (includes preps) |
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| Appointment Timeframe |
Within 2 weeks, as long as patient is not significantly obstructed
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| How to Get Results to Consultant |
UMHS Patients: Through CareWeb
External Patients: Fax or send appropriate medical documents to Colorectal Surgeons at 734-936-6927 |
| Clinic Contact Information |
Physicians: 800-962-3555
Patients: Division of Colorectal Surgery Call Center 734-615-7565
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| Clinic Location Sites |
Taubman Health Care Center |
| UM Consulting Physician |
Arden Marie Morris, MD
Karin M Hardiman, MD
Scott E Regenbogen, MD
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| Revised on: |
08/18/2011 |