Proctocolectomy, Restorative
Synonyms
Coloproctectomies, Restorative
Coloproctectomy, Restorative
Proctocolectomies, Restorative
Restorative Coloproctectomies
Restorative Coloproctectomy
Restorative Proctocolectomies
Restorative Proctocolectomy
A surgical procedure involving the excision of the COLON and RECTUM and the formation of an ILEOANAL RESERVOIR (pouch). In patients with intestinal diseases, such as ulcerative colitis, this procedure avoids the need for an OSTOMY by allowing for transanal defecation.
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