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Colectomy

Posted On: 04-22-2015
Colectomy

What is a Colectomy?

During a colectomy, the colon is surgically removed.

Also Known As:

  • Colon removal
  • Colon surgery
  • Large intestine surgery
  • Large intestine removal

Conditions Treated with a Colectomy:

A colectomy is utilized in cases of abdominal trauma, abdominal infection, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, bowel obstruction, large intestine injury and colorectal cancer.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to a Colectomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to a colectomy. A hemicolectomy or a subtotal, partial, or laparoscopic colectomy may be performed as a surgical alternative.

Anesthesia with a Colectomy:

A colectomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from a Colectomy:

Possible risks following a colectomy include infection, bleeding, incisional hernia and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.

Prognosis after a Colectomy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following a colectomy is good.

Recovery from a Colectomy:

Total recovery from a colectomy takes two to three weeks.

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