Bowel Resection in Maharashtra
Compare hospitals and surgeons offering Bowel Resection in Maharashtra. Estimated cost: ₹1,00,000 – ₹3,50,000.
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What is Bowel Resection?
Surgical removal of a diseased or damaged section of the small or large bowel
2-4 hours
5-10 days
4-8 weeks
₹1,00,000 – ₹3,50,000
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Why Bowel Resection Is Needed
Performed to remove a diseased or damaged section of the small or large bowel affected by conditions like colorectal cancer, severe Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis with complications, bowel obstruction, or a section of bowel that has lost blood supply. The goal is to remove the unhealthy segment and reconnect healthy bowel ends.
Signs You May Need Bowel Resection
Warning signs include persistent abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, rectal bleeding, unexplained weight loss, and symptoms of bowel obstruction like severe cramping, bloating, vomiting, and inability to pass stool or gas. Fever and worsening abdominal pain can indicate a more urgent complication like perforation or severe inflammation.
Types of Bowel Resection
Laparoscopic bowel resection uses small incisions and is preferred when feasible for faster recovery, while open bowel resection through a larger abdominal incision is used for more complex, extensive, or emergency cases. Depending on the disease and bowel segment involved, the remaining ends may be reconnected immediately or a temporary stoma may be created to allow healing first.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I need a colostomy bag after bowel resection?
Not always; many resections allow immediate reconnection of the bowel, but a temporary or occasionally permanent stoma may be needed depending on the location and reason for surgery.
How long is the hospital stay?
Typically 5-10 days, though laparoscopic surgery and enhanced recovery protocols can shorten this in many cases.
What is the recovery time at home?
Most patients need 4-8 weeks to fully recover, gradually returning to normal diet and activity as the bowel heals.
Will I need chemotherapy after surgery?
If the resection was for cancer, further treatment depends on the cancer's stage and pathology findings, which your oncologist will review with you.
What are the main risks?
Risks include infection, anastomotic leak where the reconnected bowel doesn't heal properly, and bowel obstruction from scar tissue, so close post-operative monitoring is important.