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Top Sessile Serrated Lesions Gastroenterologist
Sessile serrated lesions-flat, serrated growths in the colon-under the expert care of Dr. Scott at GastroDoxs in Houston elude later through early detection and removal in a safe manner. Patients are provided with adequate and continuous follow-up services with advanced colonoscopy methods, personalized advice, and lifestyle change counselling.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Common Causes and Risk Factors
Age over 50
Family history of colon polyps or colon cancer
Smoking
Heavy alcohol use
High intake of red or processed meats
Low-fiber diet
Obesity or lack of regular exercise
History of inflammatory bowel disease
Signs and Symptoms
Often none in early stages
Blood in the stool
Ongoing changes in bowel habits (diarrhea or constipation)
Unexplained fatigue
Unintended weight loss
How Dr. Scott Diagnoses Sessile Serrated Lesions?
Dr. Scott uses a step-by-step approach:
Medical History and Exam
He examines your family and personal history of polyps or cancer, assesses changes in bowel habit, smoking/alcohol consumption and GI symptoms.
High-Definition Colonoscopy
Using HD scopes with narrow-band imaging or chromoendoscopy, he inspects the colon lining to spot flat or subtle serrated lesions.
Lesion Resection and Pathology
Dr. Scott lifts the lesion with a submucosal injection and performs a snare polypectomy or EMR. The tissue is sent to pathology to confirm serrated histology and check for dysplasia.
Surveillance Planning
Depending on the findings of pathology (ICD-10 D12.6 benign colon polyps) he describes your follow-up interval, which is usually 3-5 years, and explains preventive lifestyle changes.
Treatment
Our Team offers a full range of care for sessile serrated lesions.
Lifestyle and Dietary Interventions
Consuming increased fiber intake of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
A reduction of red and processed meat.
Eating more water in support of colon.
Maintaining physical activity by exercising.
Medications
There are no drugs that take away serrated lesions; emphasis is taken on prevention.
Anti-inflammatory or protective agents Prescription of anti-inflammatory or protective medications to deal with associated digestive challenges.
Minimally invasive/Advanced Procedures
High definition colonoscopy with increased imaging to identify flat lesions.
Submucosal injection to elevate the lesion to be safe to be removed.
Snare polypectomy and also from their other sophisticated endoscopic equipment to remove serrated growths.
Dr. Scott Liu, MD, is a board-certified gastroenterologist with over six years of experience and a background in military medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, completed his Internal Medicine residency at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and finished his Gastroenterology fellowship through the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Liu provides comprehensive care for a broad range of digestive conditions, including abdominal pain, acid reflux, liver disease, chronic diarrhea, and colon cancer screening. He is a member of the American College of Gastroenterology and is known for his disciplined, patient-focused approach and clear communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is sessile serrated lesion?
An elevated or slightly elevated swelling on the colon lining having a saw-tooth cell structure. Otherwise, it may develop into colon cancer with time.
Do every sessile serrated lesion join to cancer?
No. A significant number of them are dysplasia free. Some of them however may develop dysplasia and later be cancerous when not treated.
When should I get screened?
The colonoscopy screening ought to start at age 45 among the majority of adults. Ask Dr. Scott to start earlier in case you have risk factors such as family history, smoking, or inflammatory bowel disease.
What will be the frequency of follow-up colonoscopy?
Removal of sessile serrated lesion An average of 3 to 5 years repeat examination routine is normally required. Dr. Scott will also match the interval with the findings of your individual results.
Does it offer insurance to colonoscopy?
Yes. The majority of insurance programs include routine screenings of colon cancer. The team at GastroDoxs will be able to check your benefits and reduce the number of out-of-pocket expenses.
Is it possible to avoid such lesions by the means of diet?
High fiber diet, limited consumption of red/processed meats, sufficient hydration and physical activity can mitigate your risk-but does not eliminate the necessity of screening.
What occurs during the process?
You will have a pre-diet and a cleansing solution the day before. When undergoing the colonoscopy, you are going to be sedated on the day of your colonoscopy, and Dr. Scott will inspect and take any lesions away in a safe manner.
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