What is Ileocolic Resection?
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During the surgical procedure known as an ileocolic resection, the last segment of small intestine (ileum) and the first segment of the large intestine (colon) is removed. This is usually done in Crohn’s disease and cancers of the gastrointestinal tract.
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How do members experience Ileocolic Resection?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crohn's disease | 7 | 3 | |
| Ileostomy leakage | 1 | 0 | |
| Intestinal blockage | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Abdominal pain | 1 | |
| Deep leg pain | 1 | |
| Excessive thirst (polydipsia) | 1 | |
| Internal scar tissue | 1 | |
| Pain in shoulder(s) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 1 |
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