The colorectal surgery is a surgical branch that focuses on the treatment of diseases in the intestinal (colon and rectum) region. This surgery may include a variety of conditions, for instance:
1. Colon Cancer: Surgical removal of the cancerous part of the colon along with the lymphatic system.
2. Rectal Cancer: Surgical removal of cancerous lesions in the rectum region along with the lymphatic system.
3. Diverticulitis: Removal of the part with inflamed diverticula in the intestine.
4. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Treatment of diseases i.e. Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis by surgical methods.
5. Polyp Removal: Surgical removal of polyps in the intestines.
6. Anal Fissure or Fistula Treatment: Healing of various problems in the anus region by surgical intervention.
7. Treatment of hemorrhoidal diseases in the anal region utilizing appropriate treatment methods
Laparoscopic colorectal surgery is a minimally invasive method utilized in the treatment of colon or rectal diseases. It can be implemented in order to treat conditions such as colon cancer, rectal cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel diseases and polyp removal. By the help of laparoscopy, that is, the camera system sent through the holes the size of the keyhole in the abdomen, and some surgical instruments, the internal organs are visualized, the diseased area is identified and the procedure is performed with surgical instruments. It is known for its small incisions, rapid healing, less post-operative pain and less tissue damage.
