Overview
Surgery to remove part of the colon affected by cancer.
General Information
- Organ removed: Section of colon
- Purpose: Remove tumor and nearby tissue
- Duration: 2–3 hours
- Hospital stay: 4–7 days
- Anesthesia: General
- Recovery: 4–6 weeks
Why it’s done
- Colon cancer
- Tumor bleeding or blocking bowel
Types of Surgery
- Right or Left Hemicolectomy
- Sigmoidectomy
- May need temporary stoma
Before Surgery
- Bowel prep
- Stop blood thinners
- CT scan or colonoscopy pre-op