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Anorectal Physiology Studies look at the function of the back passage and rectum. Different tests are carried out which give information about what is causing the problem, whether it is difficulty in controlling the bowel (incontinence) or constipation.
This is an examination which enables the endoscopist to view the inside of the colon (large bowel). A tiny camera on a flexible tube is carefully passed through the anus and into the large bowel.
This is an examination which enables the endoscopist to view the inside of the oesophagus (gullet), stomach and duodenum (small bowel). A tiny camera on a flexible tube is carefully passed into the mouth and down the oesophagus.