What is Total colectomy?
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A total colectomy is a surgical procedure which refers to the total removal of the colon (large intestines), also known as Lane's operation. This is most often done in colorectal cancers or inflammatory bowel diseases.
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How do members experience Total colectomy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ulcerative colitis | 44 | 3 | |
| Colon cancer | 5 | 1 | |
| Crohn's disease | 3 | 0 | |
| Chronic constipation | 2 | 0 | |
| Ataxia (lack of coordination) | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Diarrhea | 2 | |
| Abscess | 1 | |
| Bowel incontinence | 1 | |
| Bowel obstruction | 1 | |
| Chronic dehydration | 1 | |
| Dehydration | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 2 |
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