Ileostomy Glossary of Terms

Proctocolectomy J Pouch
Proctocolectomy is a surgical operation in which the anus, rectum, and colon are removed leaving the ileum (the end of the small intestine) in treatment of ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
 
 
 
 


 

 
   
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