Colonic Angiodysplasia
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Angiodysplasia of the colon consists of the presence of abnormal, fragile blood vessels in the wall of the large intestine, which can rupture and cause bleeding.
Frequent symptoms: Bleeding from the rectum, presence of blood in bowel movements, tiredness or paleness resulting from blood loss; at times it goes unnoticed until detected on a study.
How is it usually identified? It is often discovered during examinations of the intestine performed to investigate bleeding or anemia.
Which specialist treats it? The gastroenterologist and the endoscopist usually handle the study of the intestine, and the general surgeon may intervene depending on the case. If you notice bleeding during bowel movements or signs of unexplained anemia, the prudent thing is to seek a specialized evaluation.
Data on 359 doctors who treat colonic angiodysplasia
Which specialist treats colonic angiodysplasia?
Colonic angiodysplasia should be evaluated by a general surgeon or by a gastroenterologist, who can confirm the diagnosis through endoscopy. A proctologist can help if the involvement is lower in the colon. See these specialists if you have rectal bleeding or unexplained anemia.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in colonic angiodysplasia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Frequently asked questions
What is colonic angiodysplasia?
Angiodysplasia of the colon consists of the presence of abnormal, fragile blood vessels in the wall of the large intestine, which can rupture and cause bleeding.
Which doctor treats colonic angiodysplasia?
Colonic angiodysplasia should be evaluated by a general surgeon or by a gastroenterologist, who can confirm the diagnosis through endoscopy. A proctologist can help if the involvement is lower in the colon. See these specialists if you have rectal bleeding or unexplained anemia.