What is anterior resection rectal cancer?

What is anterior resection rectal cancer?

Rectal cancers in the upper and middle part of the rectum can be removed by an operation called an anterior resection. The surgeon removes the part of bowel that contains the cancer, then re-joins the two open ends of bowel.

What is the difference between anterior resection and low anterior resection?

Anterior/Posterior resection is performed for other lesions in the rectum and rectosigmoid (above 5 cm from anal verge). This procedure is usually called a low anterior resection, but may have a posterior approach in certain situations.

What is a low anterior resection of colon?

Low anterior resection (LAR) LAR is a surgery that’s done to treat rectal cancer. During LAR surgery, the part of your rectum with the cancer will be removed. The remaining part of your rectum will be reconnected to your colon. You’ll be able to have bowel movements (poop) as usual once you recover from your surgery.

Do you lose weight after a bowel resection?

It is normal to lose some weight after this surgery. Soon it will level off and slowly you will start to regain some of the weight you lost. Try to have a good calorie intake to keep up your energy. Your bowel actions may change after your surgery.

When do you use low anterior resection?

Low anterior resections are most commonly used in treating stage 2 and 3 rectal tumors, but they may sometimes also be used to treat stage 1 tumors. LAR can be used to treat upper, mid, and low rectal tumors – the surgeon will decide what type of procedure is best based on each patient and tumor’s unique factors.

What is the purpose of a lower anterior resection?

Low anterior resection (LAR) LAR is a surgery that’s done to treat rectal cancer. During LAR surgery, the part of your rectum with the cancer will be removed. The remaining part of your rectum will be reconnected to your colon.