Colonic surgery

Treatment Name

Time Duration

More Than 8 Hour

Doctor Name

Dr. PRAVEEN LOHOTE

“At Jeevan Shri Hospital, we provide advanced and compassionate colonic surgery services. Our experienced team, led by skilled colorectal surgeons, offers comprehensive solutions for conditions affecting the colon and rectum, ensuring personalized care and optimal outcomes for our patients.”

Colon surgery, also known as colonic surgery or colorectal surgery, is a medical procedure that involves the surgical removal or repair of a section of the colon (large intestine) or rectum. Common reasons for colonic surgery include the treatment of colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease (such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis), and other conditions affecting the colon.

The specific type of colonic surgery depends on the underlying condition and may include procedures such as:

Colectomy: The partial or complete removal of the colon.
Colostomy: Creating an opening in the abdominal wall through which a portion of the colon is brought to the surface, allowing waste to exit the body into a bag.
Rectal Resection: Removal of part or all of the rectum.
Ileostomy: Similar to a colostomy, but involving the small intestine (ileum) rather than the colon.

Colonic surgery is often performed by a colorectal surgeon and may be conducted using traditional open surgery or minimally invasive techniques such as laparoscopic or robotic surgery. The choice of procedure depends on the patient’s condition, overall health, and the surgeon’s expertise.

Recovery from colonic surgery varies, but advancements in surgical techniques and postoperative care aim to minimize discomfort and speed up the recovery process. Patients typically receive detailed instructions on postoperative care, diet modifications, and follow-up appointments to monitor their progress. As with any surgical procedure, potential risks and benefits are thoroughly discussed between the patient and the medical team before surgery.