sigmoidoscopy

Noun

1.

sigmoidoscopy - visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps Synonyms: flexible sigmoidoscopy

Pronunciation: (SIG-moy-DAW-skuh-pee)

Looking into the sigmoid colon and rectum with a flexible or rigid tube, called a sigmoidoscope.

endoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy