A hemicolectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of a segment of the colon. A hemicolectomy may help treat colon cancer and bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease or severe ...

Colectomy refers to a surgical procedure to remove all or some of a diseased or damaged colon. It is a treatment option for people with colon cancer, and it may also include the removal of nearby ...

Individuals with IBD undergoing colectomy may benefit from surveillance for kidney function. Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) undergoing colectomy have higher rates of acute kidney ...