Effective cleansing of the colon is pivotal to achieve an accurate colonoscopy evaluation and affords many benefits, including improved visualization, reduced procedure times and reduced complication rates. This Review discusses the colonoscopy preparations available, with an emphasis on the efficacy, tolerability and safety of each method. Knowledge of the different approaches will enable physicians to choose the best preparation for their patients.
- Kaitlin E. Occhipinti
- Jack A. Di Palma
