Help patients understand colorectal surgery with this comprehensive patient education booklet. This comprehensive booklet on colorectal surgery now has a fresh, modern look including full-color photography and enhanced anatomical art. With a focus on colorectal surgery and colorectal cancer surgery, this new edition supports informed consent and shared decision discussions about colorectal cancer from screening and diagnosis to colostomy, ileostomy, and recovery.
Colon anatomy and function
Tests for colorectal cancer screening
Includes cancer staging for colorectal cancer
Details the progression of polyp to cancer
Getting ready for colorectal surgery
During surgery, common types of colorectal resection
Medical art on APR (abdominal perineal resection) for rectal cancer
If a stoma is needed; discusses colostomy and ileostomy for patients
Before and after colorectal surgery checklist
When to call your doctor after surgery
Chemotherapy and radiation therapy for colorectal cancer
Good habits for colon health
16 pages, full-color photography and enhanced anatomical artwork
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