Colorectal Surgery in Houston

Diverticulitis Surgery

As people get older, it’s common to develop pouches in the intestines. When these pouches become infected and inflamed, it can cause extreme stomach and bowel discomfort to the patient. The patient can experience relief with some rest and a change in their lifestyle, but sometimes medical intervention is needed to drain pus and/or remove the affected area from the colon. This is typically done via minimally invasive options such as laparoscopic or robotic surgery.

Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer affects about 150,000 adult men and women in the United States every year, with the majority of cases affecting patients over 55 years of age. Typical colon cancer surgery includes removing a portion of the colon that harbors cancer as well as the regional lymph nodes and a margin of a healthy colon to ensure no microscopic cancer cells are left in the area.

Colostomy Reversal

Patients who have undergone damage or disease in the colon may have undergone a colostomy. If the patient doesn’t require a permanent colostomy, a colostomy reversal is performed to remove the stoma bag and reconnect the bowels. If you need colostomy reversal surgery in Houston, schedule an appointment with us.

Endometriosis of Bowel

Anorectal Diseases 

The most common anorectal diseases include hemorrhoids, fissures, and fistulas which can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. Some of these issues can be treated with medication while others require office-based procedures or outpatient surgery. 

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a procedure performed under sedation to evaluate the inner lining of the colon (large intestine) and rectum to screen for colorectal cancer and evaluate for the presence of polyps or other intestinal issues. During a colonoscopy, your doctor can remove polyps or perform biopsies. Colonoscopy is recommended for colorectal cancer screening starting at age 45. 

Fecal Incontinence

Fecal incontinence, or accidental bowel leakage, is a condition where people get sudden urges to pass stool and experience leakage of stool before they make it to the restroom. Axonics Therapy provides gentle stimulation to the nerves that control the bladder and bowel, which can restore normal control and result in symptom improvement. Learn more about Axonics Therapy for fecal incontinence.

J Pouch Surgery

Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic disease affecting the lining of the large intestine. It’s common for painful sores and ulcers to develop, which hinders the large intestine’s ability to absorb water, causing chronic diarrhea. The J Pouch surgery removes the affected part of the rectum and colon, and uses the small intestine to create a J-shaped pouch and attach it to the anus.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally-invasive surgical technique that utilizes small incisions and minimizes abdominal wall trauma associated with open surgery. The benefits of laparoscopic surgery include:

• A lower risk of infections.
• Reduced postoperative pain.
• A lower risk of developing a hernia.
• Quick recovery time.
  

Robotic Surgery

Robotic surgery is another method of minimally invasive surgery that offers the same benefits as laparoscopic surgery including lower infection rates, reduced postoperative pain, and quicker recovery time compared to open surgery. The robotic platform provides the surgeon with a magnified three-dimensional view of the operative field and the ability to perform technically advanced minimally invasive maneuvers.