Angiodysplasia of the colon

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Digestive system organs

Vascular ectasia of the colon; Colonic arteriovenous malformation; Colonic angiomas

No measures are available at this time.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

How do I know if I have angiodysplasia of the colon?

You don't. The only way to find out is if you have evidence of bleeding from your GI tract, and a colonoscopy supports this finding. Otherwise, the symptoms are the same as any other condition that causes bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, except that this disease does not cause pain, and some other causes may.

Should everyone be tested for angiodysplasia of the colon?

No. Only if you have evidence of bleeding from your gastrointestinal tract.

Review Date: 08/02/2005
Reviewed By: Courtney W. Houchen, M.D., Division of Gastroenterology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.