Rectal resection - Preparing for the operation

You’ll soon have this operation to remove a part or all of your rectum. This fact sheet explains what it is and how to prepare for it.

Treatments and surgical operations , Surgery

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Treatments and surgical operations

Getting Ready For My Operation

This health fact sheet explains how you should prepare before the day of the operation and what to expect when you arrive at the hospital.

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