“What are the side effects of colon resection surgery?”
I will have colon resection surgery. What are the side effects of colon resection surgery?
4 Answers
The effects of a colon resection heavily depend on the amount of colon removed and the technique. Total colonic removal will frequently lead to loose stools.
In general, up to 1/3 of the colon can be removed without much change in a patient's life. Taking more of the colon, can lead to increased frequency, and looseness of stools.
One of the main purposes of the colon is to absorb water. When part of your colon is removed, you absorb water leading to looser stools. They may also happen more frequently. Depending on how much and what part of your colon is removed will impact your symptoms. Many times, the remainder of the colon gets more effective at absorbing water, and there are no long term side effects.
Leakage, infection, blood clot and bleeding mainly. Also. heart attack.
