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How effective are colonoscopies in finding tumors?

I'm a 40-year-old male, and I am scheduled to have my first colonoscopy next week. I need it because there's a history of colorectal cancer within my family. Are colonoscopies usually effective in finding tumors?

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Yes, they are quite accurate for finding tumors. It would be quite unusual to miss a tumor. Smaller polyps might be missed, however.
Colonoscopies are the MOST effective way to find colon tumors or polyps (pre-tumors).
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Yes, colonoscopies are fairly successful in finding cancers. It also depends on how well the colon is cleaned out and the skill of your physician.
The answer is Yes.
Yes