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1. sigmoidoscopy
noun. visual examination (with a sigmoidoscope) of the lower third of the colon in a search for polyps.
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2. flexible
adjective. ['ˈflɛksəbəl'] able to flex; able to bend easily.
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- flexibilis (Latin)
- -ibilis (Latin)
3. flexible
adjective. ['ˈflɛksəbəl'] capable of being changed.
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- flexibilis (Latin)
- -ibilis (Latin)
4. flexible
adjective. ['ˈflɛksəbəl'] able to adjust readily to different conditions.
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- flexibilis (Latin)
- -ibilis (Latin)
5. flexible
adjective. ['ˈflɛksəbəl'] bending and snapping back readily without breaking.
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- flexibilis (Latin)
- -ibilis (Latin)
6. flexible
adjective. ['ˈflɛksəbəl'] making or willing to make concessions.
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- flexibilis (Latin)
- -ibilis (Latin)
Sentences with flexible-sigmoidoscopy
1. Noun Phrase
A gastrointestinal technician (GI) assists a nurse or a doctor in GI procedures, such as esophagogastroduodenoscopy, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, colonoscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy, percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, bronchoscopies, and endoscopic ultrasound.
2. Noun Phrase
These can include a CT scan, a lower GI X-ray series, flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy.
3. Noun Phrase
After performing a colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy to properly diagnose you with this condition, your doctor will recommend that you to alter your diet in addition to treating you with anti-inflammatory drugs and anti-diarrhea medications.
