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Large bowel resection



The large intestine
The large intestine
Colostomy  - series
Colostomy - series
Large bowel resection  - series
Large bowel resection - series


Large bowel resection

Alternative Names:

Large intestine surgery; Colon resection; Resection of part of large intestine; Colectomy; Proctocolectomy
Expectations after surgery:

The outcome depends on the disease. Most patients have relief of their symptoms.


Convalescence:

Most patients will stay in the hospital for 5 to 7 days. Complete recovery from surgery may take 2 months. During the first few days after surgery, eating is restricted.

Laparascopic bowel resection for colon cancer may result in a faster recovery time than traditional open surgery.




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