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Colonoscopy at Netcare N1 City Hospital

Total review: 36

Cape Town, South Africa

Established - 2002

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Colonoscopy at Netcare N1 City Hospital

Netcare N1 City Hospital, located in Syfred Douglas St, Cape Town, South Africa offers patients Colonoscopy procedures among its total of 350 available procedures, across 33 different specialties

. Currently, there's no pricing information for Colonoscopy procedures at Netcare N1 City Hospital, as all prices are available on request only.

There is currently a lack of information available on the specialists practicing at the Hospital, and they are not accredited by any recognized accreditations institutes

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Rentia De Vries, 13 Sep 2020

My family and I have been patients at N1 City hospital since 1997 til date. It is sad to say that the service at N1 hospital has deteriorated over the past 4 years. When visiting trauma I feel like I'

Kim Adams, 30 Mar 2020

Overall I had a good experience.

Chand Dawood, 13 Mar 2020

This is clearly a public hospital masquerading as a private hospital. Extremely disappointed with my stay. Staff administers meds in wards after midnight and still has an atittude when questioned abou

Cornél van Lill, 04 Mar 2020

The hospital is great. Staff is very friendly. ER just isn't very impressive. Process is very slow. Not very impressed

Jade Lewis, 03 Feb 2020

Visited the ER on the 17/12 at just before 4pm.after I injured my foot.only saw Dr at just after 6pm.(triaged orange mind I say) was in terrible pain.was walked past numerous times.eventually we decid

Lutha, 26 Jan 2020

This hospital is disappointing been waiting for 2.5 hours and havent received help staff is laughing and having a good time, while people are piling up in the E.R. On the plus side hospital is clean a

David Levy, 06 Dec 2019

Private hospital with staff who behave like public hospital staff. The below is based on two different stays - they do their best to ignore patients, at times with blatent intent- they are intentiona

Le-Mandi Saayman, 10 Nov 2019

Thank you for helping me so nicely and so quickly with allergic reaction.

Luyanda Makola, 08 Oct 2019

Not fond of this Hospital. You sit in their waiting area for no less than an hour, for ANY emergency. Friday I had no choice. I was involved in a motor vehicle accident and my 5yr old and nephew 7, we

June Theunis, 08 Jul 2019

They are always so helpful all times I've been there and especially with my kids.

Heinrich Johnson, 08 Jul 2019

Today waited for 3 hours to be assisted at emergency unit... With a toddler bad service not going there again definitely

Fayez Khan, 20 Jun 2019

I had an excellent experience on my admission . everyone from cleaning staff to the doctors that attented to me and the nurses that have extrem patients and understanding towards the most difficult pa

Bel W, 14 Jun 2019

What an amazing team at N1 City! After a recent cancer diagnosis, I'd been pushed around from pillar to post by my medical aid, who were so unhelpful. However, the team from Admissions (Maxwell Fran

Caylim Reeva Isaacs, 20 May 2019

Went into the ER on Monday and Thursday. The nurses were friendly and attentive. Beside that, the doctors weren’t clear about my condition and making a diagnosis. After moving to a separate hospital

Jennifer Prophet, 14 May 2019

I am shocked at the state of the reception chairs tatty and Iike a state hospital the chairs in the waiting room outside ICU shocking also dirty and tatty I lifted the cushions to find chips sweet

Yolanda Erasmus, 19 Apr 2019

Professional, nursing and support staff excellent. Facilities modern clean and patient friendly.

Aakifah Hartley, 12 Apr 2019

Poor services . My husband was in high care and had unbearable pain throughout the night without any of the staff attending to him after ringing the bell. His drip was not replaced with another until

Louwrens Stapelberg, 30 Mar 2019

I WA allowed Monday morning Very friendly don't wait long I was promptly admitted and in hall 1c bath 4 where I received Very friendly was the most professional stuff the anesthetist and Dr Bason and

aneesah khan, 23 Mar 2019

I've always been helped extremely quick here and it's Clean. Smells good. Inexpensive as well

emmanuel manyike, 27 Feb 2019

I received a wonderful service from Netcare n1 city on the 20th may 2019. Thanks to doctor Bouma and the nurses who were working with her.

Hannes Kies, 07 Feb 2019

Great Staff. Ergonomical. Best Specialized Physicians in multiple disciplines. Easy accessable. High success rate.

Mornay Deacon, 15 Aug 2018

Business hours shown is incorrect. They definitely not open at 7:30.

Althea Paris, 25 Jul 2018

Friendly and helpful staff willing to go the extra mile

Benjamin, 03 Jul 2018

Incredibly nice doctors, nurses and just good service overall. The one thing that made this a 4-star hospital for me was the free Wi-Fi which didn't work with everything, I woke up in the morning at 5

Eazy 121, 16 May 2018

They did not have a specialist for dental operations, I need emergency assistance especially after a robbery. That left you with nothing but broken teeth.

S Jullies, 22 Apr 2018

N1 City staff, doctors, nurses, tea ladies are phenomenal! The best quality care in a caring, friendly and professional environment. The best hospital in the Western Cape.

Gercheon Wicomb, 02 Feb 2018

The staff here is very friendly.

Belinda de Beer, 26 Jan 2018

From first glance this hospital looks very nice. The people were professional and it felt like they knew what they were doing. I was not the patient but I have to say they really care about their pati

sonja van der merwe, 14 Jan 2018

Good dokters and nurses. To many people in one room. Have to walk very far to get fresh air. Food is good.

Theo Denton, 01 Oct 2017

We used then when my daughter was very sick. They struggled to get blood but finally managed. Very glad they could help her.Only issue was the billing was late and they couldn't help me when I wanted

Prins Amaru, 25 Sep 2017

This place never attended to people, we waited for 3 hours with no help. We ended up leaving feeling neglected such a disappointing service, it is not a busy place for patients to wait for such longer

Bernard Procter, 12 Aug 2017

Top Private Hospital. Getting old, but care is tops. Recommend to anyone needing medical assistance from birth to serious surgery.Been there more than 5 times and still feel the warmth of the staff.

Charmeen Subramony, 14 Jul 2017

Terrible service. Zero customer care at emergency rooms!

Helendine May, 10 Mar 2017

Professionals. Friendly. Caring

Lynette Roodt, 30 Sep 2016

The hospital are not honest with you beforehand and then you receive big accounts that needs to be paid. This was my last visit to N1

Lenie Jooste, 14 Jan 2016

My mom is in the hospital as I am writing this. She complains that since she was admitted more than 2 days ago the staff only bathed her once. She is 81years old. She is not confused!!!! Very alert.

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What you need to know about Colonoscopy in Cape Town

A colonoscopy is a medical examination that gives your doctor an in-depth look at your colon (large intestine) to check for polyps, inflammation, ulcers, or tumors. It's a very important procedure especially in the detection of early-stage colorectal cancer, the third leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. In Cape Town, a range of medical facilities perform this essential procedure.

The colonoscopy process involves the use of a long, flexible tube known as a colonoscope, fitted with a small camera at the end, to visualize the inner lining of your rectum and intestine. It allows the doctor to take photographs, perform biopsies (removal of tissue samples for testing), and even remove abnormal growths without the need for surgery. This medical procedure is normally performed under sedation to ensure patient comfort.

It's important to note that prior to the procedure, a 'bowel prep' is necessary, which involves a special diet and laxatives to clean the colon. This allows the doctor to clearly view the entire colon during the procedure. Despite some discomfort during preparation, remember that a colonoscopy can effectively spot and even prevent serious health issues, making this procedure highly beneficial.

What's the Recovery Time for Colonoscopy Procedures in Cape Town?

The recovery phase following a colonoscopy is typically swift, with most patients being able to return to their regular activities the very next day. One thing to note is that due to the sedatives that you'll receive during the procedure, it's not uncommon to feel a bit sluggish or out of sorts for a few hours post-procedure. Hence, arranging for a close one to drive you home is necessary.

Some individuals might notice a slight bloating or gassiness, owing to the air that was pumped into the colon to provide a better view during the procedure. This discomfort should be short-lasting and usually disappears within 24 hours. As for diet, unless your doctor advises otherwise, you should be able to resume normal eating habits the day following the procedure.

However, these timelines can vary person to person. If you experience severe pain in your abdomen, high fevers, or observe significant blood in your bowel movements, these are indicators of potential complications and you should get in touch with your doctor straight away.

What's the Success Rate of Colonoscopy Procedures in Cape Town?

Good news is, research shows that colonoscopies usually have a success rate of about 90% in locating polyps or tumors in the colon. But, this might vary based on different things. This includes the skill level of the doctor conducting the procedure and the quality of the equipment used during the process. Your personal health conditions, your age, and any existing risk factors could also impact this rate.

Colonoscopy is a very useful method for identifying potential problems in your colon and rectum. It enables the doctor to get a detailed look at the lining of your colon, identify and get rid of any polyps, and if need be, grab samples for further testing. The sooner these potentially precancerous polyps or tumors are found, the better chances you have of getting effective treatment and improved health. So without a doubt, colonoscopy is a trusted and impactful