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Hemicolectomy
Hemicolectomy: Removing the Colon Tumor and Its Lymph Nodes
A hemicolectomy removes the right or left part of the colon containing the tumor, along with the related lymph nodes. It is the standard surgical treatment for colon cancer.
Key information at a glance
What is Hemicolectomy?
Depending on where the tumor is, the surgeon removes the right or left colon and the lymph nodes that drain it, then joins the two ends of the bowel. The procedure is most often performed laparoscopically, which speeds up recovery.
Multidisciplinary Care
Your file is discussed by a team of surgeons and oncologists. The price shown is a starting price: it is confirmed after the file review, depending on the stage and extent of surgery. Follow-up after you return home is coordinated with your usual oncologist.
When is Hemicolectomy used?
The indication is confirmed after reviewing your complete medical file: colonoscopy with biopsy and pathology report, chest-abdomen-pelvis CT scan and CEA level. The file is reviewed by the medical team, who confirm that surgery is the right treatment for your situation.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the treatment work?
Anesthesia
General anesthesia.
Duration
About 2 to 4 hours.
What happens after treatment?
Hospital stay of 5 to 7 nights, with a gradual return to eating. Avoid lifting for about 6 weeks. Flying home is usually possible after 2 weeks, with the surgeon's approval.
How long do results last?
Analysis of the tumor and lymph nodes determines the stage of the cancer and shows whether additional chemotherapy is recommended.