A total proctocolectomy is surgical removal of the colon, rectum, and anus. Your surgeon will perform it while you're under general anesthesia.

What does Proctectomy mean?

Proctectomy is a surgery to remove all or part of the rectum. It is often needed to treat rectal cancer. If you have rectal cancer, your treatment will depend on where the cancer is and how much it has grown, as well as other factors.

What is removed in total proctocolectomy?

Total proctocolectomy with ileostomy is surgery to remove all of the colon (large intestine) and rectum.