Colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis
Surgical treatment for ulcerative collitis
A colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis is a surgical procedure which may be able to help with ulcerative colitis
Surgery for ulcerative colitis?
There are two types of colectomy: open and laparoscopic. Your consultant will decide which is right for you. Both are carried out under general anaesthetic.
Need to know
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What happens during surgery icon plus
There are two types of colectomy: open or laparoscopic. Your consultant will decide which is right for you.
Open
Your consultant will make a large cut along your abdomen (midriff) so they can access your colon. They will then remove the damaged part of your colon.
Laparoscopic
Your consultant will make small, keyhole-size cuts in your abdomen and insert a camera through one of them. They'll use the camera to find and remove your colon. They'll then operate on your colon externally before reinserting it into your body.
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How to prepare icon plus
You'll mostly likely meet your consultant or nurse specialist at a pre-surgery screening. This will be on a date before your procedure. They'll explain what happens during the operation and how you'll need to prepare for it. They'll also inform you of any risks or side effects. -
After surgery icon plus
After your procedure, we'll take you to our recovery ward, where you'll be cared for by our dedicated team of consultants and nurses. You'll stay with us until you regain normal bowel function. This could be for up to a week. We may also put you on a drip to keep you hydrated until you're able to drink normally. Your consultant or specialist nurse will let you know when you can leave the hospital and get back to you normal routine.
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London
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London
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London W1G 8DU
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London
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London SE1 9BS
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London SE1 9BS
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