Recovery after colon surgery with natural opening removal
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at how removing part of the colon through the anus (instead of a large belly cut) affects bowel function and quality of life after surgery. It may help you recover with less pain and a faster return to normal activities.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a laparoscopic or robotic colon surgery (above the sigmoid colon).
- Your tumor is generally smaller than 4 cm and has not spread deeply (T1-T3).
- You are in good health overall (ASA I, II, or III).
- You do not have significant fecal incontinence, previous anal or major pelvic surgery, or pelvic radiation.
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease (like Crohn's or ulcerative colitis) and are not pregnant.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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