Bowel resection
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A bowel resection is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large or small intestine is removed.
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A description of the procedure, with pictures, can be found on this website: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002941.htm
Some information from the website above:
Definition - Large bowel resection is surgery to remove part of your large bowel. The large bowel connects the small intestine to the anus. It is also called the large intestine or colon.
Why the Procedure is Performed - Large bowel resection is used to treat a variety of conditions, including: Colon cancer Diverticular disease A block in the intestine due to scar tissue
Other reasons to perform bowel resection include: Ulcerative colitis Traumatic injuries Precancerous polyps Familial polyposis
