They are upfront about the risks with colonoscopies. Due to my long history w/ IBD I have had more colonoscopies than the average person; I stopped keeping track after #12. Injuries can happen, but they really aren’t likely.
I consider the colonoscopy to be safe in competent hands. I would rather have the doctor perform one because they can asses first-hand what might be going on in there. I have had polyps removed, and I’m glad they aren’t there anymore.
Who knows what any of them might have developed into?
I know it’s inconvenient and there may be a “cringe” factor associated with it, but I would rather have it done than not.
And besides, they do shoot you up with some cool stuff….🤪
We lost a long time family friend to injuries from a colonoscopy.