The colon is removed by surgery, through which part or all of the colon is removed, in many cases, such as the following:

Bowel infections: This is the result of infection with several diseases, such as: Crohn''s disease and ulcerative colitis.

Familial polyposis: It is a genetic disease in which small tumors form along the colon.

Intestinal obstruction: Intestinal obstruction is one of the emergency cases that requires complete or partial colectomy, depending on the severity of the condition.

Colon resection is performed by what is called laparoscopy, as the surgeon makes a very small incision 5-10 mm thick in the abdomen, then s the scope through it, where the necessary adjustments are made through endoscopic observation.

Prepare for surgery

Preparation for surgery is usually done by stopping taking any medications that may increase the risk of complications during surgery, and the patient must fast for a period determined by the doctor, during which he may prescribe some solutions to clean the intestines, and sometimes antibiotics are prescribed to inhibit the activity of bacteria in the colon.

Surgery steps

Colectomy surgery includes three basic stages

First stage: ion of the laparoscope.

The second stage: separating the sigmoid colon from the rectum.

Stage 3: The ileum is reconnected with the rectum.

recovery phase

The recovery phase takes place within a period of no less than two weeks, during which some things must be followed, such as:

Maintaining body activity

After completing the surgery, it is important to follow some activities that help the body return to its normal position, by gradually increasing physical activity.

For example, walking is an excellent exercise, as it strengthens muscles, stimulates blood flow, prevents clot formation, and helps maintain healthy lungs.

However, it is important to know that you must definitely refrain from doing exercises that require great effort, such as: lifting heavy weights, and abdominal exercises for a period of not less than 6 weeks after the surgery.

Follow a specific diet

As the patient must maintain a light diet, where he can eat most types of food in moderate quantities, except for uncooked fruits and vegetables because they contain large amounts of fiber.

This type of nutrition must be adhered to until the postoperative examination, and a doctor should be consulted in the event of constipation.