Hematochezia - differential diagnosis includes bleeding from hemorrhoids, diverticulosis, arteriovenous malformation, and less likely from colon cancer. Risks and benefits of colonoscopy including bleeding, infection, perforation, and death discussed with patient. Patient agreeable to proceed with colonoscopy. PT/INR and Golytely ordered. NPO after midnight.
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