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Wellstar Colon & Rectal Surgery

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Colon & Rectal Surgery at Wellstar

Our fellowship-trained, board-certified colon and rectal surgeons at Wellstar focus on diagnosing and treating the diseases of the colon, rectum, anus, anal canal, and perianal tissues. They treat a broad spectrum of conditions, including colon and rectal cancer, anal cancer, surgical management of inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), diverticulitis, fecal incontinence, and benign anorectal conditions (abscess, anal fistula, anal fissure, hemorrhoids).

When medically advised, we offer advanced minimally invasive approaches to colorectal surgery, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures. These techniques help minimize scarring, reduce pain, and accelerate recovery—all to get you back to living your everyday life sooner.

Our colorectal professionals collaborate with other providers, including oncologists, gastroenterologists and radiologists to ensure comprehensive treatment. At Wellstar, we work together to create a plan tailored specifically to your health needs.

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What We Treat

  • Anorectal abscess
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  • Colon cancer
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  • Abdominoperineal resection
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  • Incision and drainage of abscess
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Procedures

Until 1990, most surgeries to treat colorectal diseases required a large incision across the abdomen, opening up the intestinal cavity to perform the necessary repair. Advances in medicine, surgical techniques, and technology have set a new standard of care.

While surgeons at Wellstar utilize “open” surgery techniques for some major procedures, almost all colorectal surgeries at Wellstar are performed using “minimally invasive” or laparoscopic approaches. Minimally invasive surgery involves using precise instruments and a tiny video camera through small incisions in the abdomen. Patients who undergo minimally invasive surgery recover faster, with less pain after surgery. Laparoscopic techniques are commonly used in operations to treat diverticular disease, ulcerative colitis, Chrohn’s disease, severe constipation, and rectal cancer.

Surgeons at multiple Wellstar medical centers use the da Vinci® Surgical System to assist in complex colorectal surgeries. The da Vinci® Surgical System improves the surgeon’s vision and control.

Colectomy

Colectomy is an operation to remove part or all of the large intestine (colon). Colectomies are routinely performed to treat diseases that cause painful and/or potentially dangerous symptoms. Laparoscopic colectomy involves using trocars (thin tubes) placed through small incisions. The surgeon then inflates the abdomen with carbon dioxide gas. A thin telescope is inserted through one of the trocars to allow the surgeon to see the abdomen on a high-definition TV monitor. Using specialized instruments, the surgeon removes (or resects) the colon. When the resection is complete, the surgeon has the option of immediately restoring the bowel, by stitching or stapling together both the cut ends (primary anastomosis), or creating a colostomy.


Colostomy

For a colostomy, a portion of the large intestine is brought through the abdominal wall to create an opening to carry feces out to a small pouch. For an ileostomy, the entire colon, rectum and anus is removed or bypassed and the lower end of the small intestine is used for the new opening.

While some colostomies are permanent, many are temporary procedures to relieve pressure on the large intestine as it heals. Due to advances in colorectal surgical techniques, colostomies overall are used in fewer and fewer procedures.


Patient Education Resources

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Genetic Risk Assessment for Colorectal Concerns


Patients with a family history of colorectal cancer, multiple polyps, or cancerous polyps may wish to take advantage of genetic testing and assessment to learn more about potential risk factors. Wellstar medical geneticists and genetic counselors evaluate and advise on hereditary colorectal disorders, including colon cancers and Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP). Our specialists work as a part of your treatment team to help manage your overall risk, health, and well-being.

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