Colorectal Surgeries

Colorectal surgery is performed to repair damage to the colon, rectum, and anus, caused by diseases of the lower digestive tract, such as cancer, diverticulitis and inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease).

Depending on the condition being treated, a colorectal surgery may be performed using minimally-invasive surgery. Other diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer may require a larger incision, or ostomy. Surgical removal of the damaged area or areas can return normal bowel function. Injury, obstruction, and ischemia (compromised blood supply) may require bowel surgery.

Colon Resections

Traditional surgical treatment for many intestinal disorders requires an abdominal incision and a longer recovery period. The surgeons at Presbyterian are also using laparoscopic techniques to perform intestinal surgery for many patients. The type of procedure is dependent on the condition being treated.

Colostomy/Ilestomy

A colostomy or ilestomy is performed when the large intestine, rectum, or anus is unable to function normally or needs rest from normal functions.

Hemorroid Procedure

PPH (procedure for prolapse and hemorrhoids) is a surgical treatment for the removal of hemorrhoids.

Rectopexy

Rectopexy is a surgery used to treat rectal Prolapse. This occurs when the rectum loses its internal support and completely falls outside the body. Rectopexy is the surgical placement of internal sutures to position and secure the rectum correctly. Surgery may be perforomed laparoscopically or require a traditional incision.

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