During this procedure one or more segments of the small intestine are removed. This procedure may be performed if you have Cancer, Crohn's disease or Ulcers.
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A bowel resection is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large or small intestine is removed
used to cross-clamp bowel during resection
what will the ICD-9 code for surgical small bowel resection
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Yes, it is possible to experience a bowel obstruction after a bowel resection surgery. This can occur due to scar tissue formation, adhesions, or narrowing of the intestines following the procedure. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, vomiting, and constipation, and prompt medical attention is needed if a bowel obstruction is suspected.
Bowel resection may be performed to treat various disorders of the intestine, including cancer, obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, ruptured diverticulum, ischemia, or traumatic injury
after effects of small bowel surgery
A bowel resection is performed when a part of the small or large intestine is removed. For more information, see: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002943.htm
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CPT code 44120 with modifier -52.
The patient is generally out of bed approximately eight to 24 hours after surgery