Coloproctectomy

**Coloproctectomy** is a surgical procedure that involves removing part of the rectum and other organs such as the sigmoid colon or colon. The purpose of this operation is to treat various diseases of the colon, such as cancer, polyps, intestinal obstruction or Crohn's disease. This article will discuss coloproctectomy and its procedures.

_What procedure is performed for coloproctemoma?_

The coloprocectomy procedure includes the following steps:

1. The anal passage must be free of feces and blood impurities. For this purpose, a vacuum suction device (sigmoidoscope) is used. It allows the intestinal contents to be sucked out and facilitates the surgeon’s further work. 2. An incision is then made around the anus to expose the rectum and sigmoid colon. 3. The surgeon removes



A coloproctectomy is a surgical procedure that involves removing the colon and rectum, as well as part of the perineum and the skin around the anus. It is prescribed in cases where other treatment methods do not give the expected result.

Coloproctectomy is prescribed for various diseases of the colon, such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, tumor diseases, infectious lesions and others. Coloproctectomy can even treat hemorrhoids, for example in cases of frequently recurring bleeding.

To perform the operation, a special surgical instrument is used - a colorectal device, which allows you to remove the infected part of the intestine without damaging other organs. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and takes about an hour. After the operation, the patient is in the hospital for several days to monitor his condition.

But coloproctectomy is not the only method of treating coloproctological diseases. In some cases, doctors may prescribe