Rectal adenoma Transanal excision
Posted on December 13th, 2008 in Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer | 1 Comment »
Frail lady in her eighties presented to her GP with change of bowel action.
Colonoscopy shows 5cm low rectal tumour.
Transanal excision performed – ie surgery via anal canal to resect the tumour alone, not needing a laparotomy.
Histology: Rectal adenoma
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I had a transanal excision on Nov. 26, 2008 for removal of a 10cm mass which was not cancerous. The mass was right above the rectum. I have anywhere between 15 to 25 bowel movements a day, almost every hour on the hour and sometimes more – some BM’s are no more than a drop but each time I have to go it is extremely painful. How long can I expect this to last? It is such a hardship on me. Any help would be appreciated prior to seeing my surgeon.