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Is colon surgery done with general anesthesia?

I will have colon surgery. Is colon surgery done with general anesthesia?

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Yes, it's cutting into tissues.
Hello, yes, undergoing colon surgery requires general anesthesia and intubation. I hope you have a speedy recovery!
A colonoscopy is typically done with only sedation, but if you are having a colon resection, that is done with general anesthesia.