Timing Intervals and Frequency of Adenoma Surveillance Colonoscopies in Central Queensland, Australia.

Key Points

• The research aims to evaluate the timing and frequency of adenoma surveillance colonoscopies in regional hospitals.
• Analyzed procedures at regional public hospitals
• Identified the frequency of colonoscopies performed
• Assessed compliance with recommended guidelines
• Higher than recommended colonoscopy surveillance was found
• Need for improved hospital processes to optimize resource use
• Highlighted the importance of proper timing between procedures