What is Colon (Bowel) Surgery?
Colon surgery involves the surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the large intestine and rectum. The large intestine forms the last part of the digestive system and ensures that wastes are removed from the body after digestion of food. Colon surgery is used to treat various conditions such as cancer, diverticulitis, polyps and inflammatory bowel diseases. This surgical field requires precision and expertise because the proper functioning of the bowel is critical to overall health.
In which cases is colon (bowel) surgery required?
- Colon Cancer
- Diverticulitis
- Polyps
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
- Bowel Obstruction
- Bowel Perforation
Treatments Offered in Colon (Bowel) Surgery
Colon (Bowel) Surgery Treatment Process in Turkey
Preliminary Interview and Evaluation
Treatment Planning and Travel Arrangements
Preoperative Preparation
Surgical Intervention
Postoperative Care and Rehabilitation
Recovery on Holiday
Post-Treatment Monitoring and Support
Why Should You Choose Antalya, Turkey for Colon (Bowel) Surgery?
- High Quality Healthcare: Turkey is home to world-renowned specialists in the field of surgery and health institutions with the most advanced technologies. Modern hospitals are equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment methods and have international accreditations.
- Competitive Prices: Turkey offers high quality healthcare services at more affordable costs, especially compared to Europe and America. This eases the financial burden of patients while at the same time ensuring that they receive the best treatment.
- Comprehensive Treatment Packages: Health institutions in Antalya meet all the needs of patients under one roof by offering comprehensive packages that include accommodation, transportation and treatment services. This provides comfort and convenience throughout the process.
- Fast and Effective Treatment Processes: Access to healthcare services in Turkey is quite fast. Without long waiting times, patients can access the necessary treatment and surgical interventions in a short time. With treatment plans specially prepared for each patient, the most appropriate solutions are offered to the needs of the patients.
- Ease of Travelling: Antalya has an international airport and is easily accessible from all over the world. At the same time, Turkey offers visa-free entry from many countries, and for those who need a visa, a fast and practical visa process is provided.
- Treatment Opportunity on Holiday: It is possible to spend the post-treatment rest and recovery period in luxury hotels and along the coast, accompanied by the magnificent views of the Mediterranean Sea.
- Foreign Language Support: Experienced patient coordinators facilitate your entire treatment process by eliminating language barriers and offer you uninterrupted guidance every step of the way.
Colon (Bowel) Surgery with Prof. Dr. Tuğrul Çakır
- Experience and Expertise: A leading name in the treatment of colon diseases with years of experience and high success rates.
- Patient Approach: It approaches the needs of patients with care by creating personalised treatment plans for each patient.
- Innovative Treatment Approaches: Aims to achieve reliable and effective results in surgical interventions by using the latest technology.
- Personal Follow-up and Support: We closely follow our patients before and after the operation and provide support whenever they need it.
Colon surgery includes surgical procedures performed on the colon (large intestine). These procedures are usually performed to treat conditions such as colon cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Colon surgery is usually used to treat cancerous tumours, polyps, bowel obstructions or serious infections. Your doctor will determine the need for surgery according to your condition.
Colon surgery is usually performed laparoscopically (closed) or open surgery. In laparoscopic surgery, the procedure is performed with a camera and surgical instruments through several small incisions in the abdomen.
The recovery process varies depending on the type of surgery and the patient’s general state of health. It usually requires several days in hospital and full recovery may take several weeks.
As with any surgical procedure, colon surgery has risks related to infection, bleeding, reaction to anaesthesia and wound healing. However, these risks are minimised with modern surgical techniques.
In the treatment of colon cancer, a colectomy (removal of part of the colon) is usually performed to remove the tumour. Additional treatment methods (chemotherapy, radiotherapy) may also be required depending on the stage of the cancer.
Yes, dietary and lifestyle changes are usually recommended after colon surgery. At first, liquid or soft foods are consumed, followed by a slow transition to a normal diet. In addition, general well-being can be maintained with regular exercise and a healthy diet.
Yes, some patients may have changes in bowel habits after surgery. These changes are usually temporary, but in some cases they may be permanent.
After surgery, your doctor will perform regular check-ups and closely monitor the healing process. In addition, long-term follow-up is important, especially in patients who have undergone cancer surgery.
Usually, you can return to work and daily activities a few weeks after surgery. However, this period may vary depending on the size of the surgery and the general well-being of the patient.
