Who Might Need a Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopies can help with the diagnosis of a wide range of conditions, including:
- Coeliac disease
- Gastritis
- Polyps and cysts
- Ulcers
- Liver disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Bowel cancer
- Diverticulitis
Private Colonoscopy Fees
A colonoscopy at our Aylesbury hospital costs from £1,600. You also need to have a consultation with one of our specialists, to be referred for a colonoscopy.
You can self-refer for a consultation with any of our consultants. This typically costs £150 to £250 and is intended to cover more than the referral.
If you would like to book a consultation, please fill out the form further down, or get in touch through the email link, or phone number on the form.
How to pay
You can pay for treatment at The Royal Bucks through medical insurance, or directly.
For those with an insurance policy that covers colonoscopy (many do).
For people choosing to fund diagnosis and treatment themselves.
Combined Gastroscopy & Colonoscopy
If you are having problems throughout your digestive system, you may be advised to have a combined gastroscopy and colonoscopy. Both procedures are undertaken at the same time, helping your consultant to acquire a full understanding of your system.
Private Colonoscopy Without Referral
At our private hospital, consultants can refer you for a colonoscopy, so no referral is needed from your own doctor, or GP.
What to Expect From The Procedure
A colonoscopy is an outpatient procedure, meaning that you simply come to the hospital for the procedure and can leave afterwards.
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Preparing For Your Colonoscopy
How to prepare for your colonoscopy will be explained and following these instructions is important, or you may not be able to have the procedure.
Typically, two days before your procedure you will be asked to keep to a specified diet, usually plain, simple food, such as chicken, rice or pasta. The day before the procedure, you will be asked to take laxatives to clear out your digestive system. Staying at home after this is recommended.
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During Your Colonoscopy
You may be offered painkillers, a sedative, or gas and air for your colonoscopy, to ensure the procedure is comfortable. A small tube with a camera will be inserted into your rectum and move upwards through your bowels, this shouldn’t hurt but you may feel bloated.
The camera provides real time images, allowing issues to be promptly identified. If any polyps are found, they may be removed during the procedure, or samples taken for biopsy.
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After Your Colonoscopy
You can continue to feel bloated, or experience stomach cramps after colonoscopy but these tend to pass quickly and you are soon be ready to go home. Where you chose sedation, time for recovery may be a little longer and you will not be able to drive yourself home.
A consultant radiologist examines your results and discusses them with your consultant, who will be in touch quickly, with your diagnosis and next steps if required.
