Background: Major colorectal surgery usually requires ... Some 3% of patients were readmitted to hospital after discharge; some 7% required repeat surgery during their initial hospitalisation ...

One study of women after a c-section showed that “those that were chewing gum had less constipation”, explained the doctor.

Surgery for colon cancer may impact your emotional as well as your physical health. Medical teams focus on preparing you for the bowel surgery, but you may feel a little lost or frightened once it's ...

You might have nutritional supplement drinks for a few days, to help your recovery. A dietitian will give you advice on diet ... There is a risk of problems or complications after any operation.

A new evaluation index system, developed using the Appropriateness Evaluation Protocol (AEP) framework within the Enhanced ...

Chloe Wakelin says her cancer symptoms were initially dismissed as a stomach bug that she picked up at her job as a daycare ...

Usually the colostomy is temporary, until the colon or rectum heals. If the lower part of the rectum has been removed, the colostomy is permanent. When the two-stage operation is done, the time ...

Recovery from recurrent and re-operative colon surgery can vary depending on the extent of the procedure and the individual ... Most patients can expect to stay in the hospital for a few days after ...

Some people need a feeding tube in their stomach or small bowel. This makes sure you get the nutrition you ... Your doctor and nurses might tell you about the enhanced recovery programme. This is a ...