Restorative Proctocolectomy

A surgical procedure involving the excision of the COLON and RECTUM and the formation of an ILEOANAL RESERVOIR (pouch). In patients with intestinal diseases, such as ulcerative colitis, this procedure avoids the need for an OSTOMY by allowing for transanal defecation.

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Proctocolectomy, Restorative; Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis; Proctocolectomy; Total Proctocolectomy; Total Proctocolectomy with Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis; Proctocolectomies; Proctocolectomy, Total; Restorative Coloproctectomies; Restorative Coloproctectomy; Restorative Proctocolectomies; Total Proctocolectomies; Coloproctectomy, Restorative

Operative Surgical Procedures: 35827
- Digestive System Surgical Procedures: 30
  - Colectomy: 10760
    - Restorative Proctocolectomy: 3050
  - Proctectomy: 3363
    - Restorative Proctocolectomy: 3050

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