Internet-Based Patient Education Prior to Colonoscopy: Prospective, Observational Study of a Single Center's Implementation, with Objective Assessment of Bowel Preparation Quality and Patient Satisfaction.

Our analysis suggests that internet-based patient education prior to colonoscopy is a viable option and achieves adequate bowel preparation. Preparation quality is comparable to previously published trials. Included patients found the process clear and useful. Pragmatic benefits of a web-based protocol such as time and cost savings were not formally assessed but may contribute to greater satisfaction for endoscopists and patients.