"Even with proper medication and diet, as many as two-thirds to three-quarters of people with Crohn's disease will require surgery at some point du...

"Ulcerative colitis Sudden, severe ulcerative colitis This is the main reason for emergency surgery for ulcerative colitis. About 15 percent of peopl...

"In some cases, surgery will be an emergency procedure and there will be little time to prepare. However, if possible, it is important to prepare yours...

"Because ulcerative colitis affects only the colon and rectum, once these organs are removed, the person is cured. For many years, those who underwent ...

"Your doctor may recommend a subtotal colectomy if your colon is diseased and must be entirely removed, but your rectum is unaffected by Crohn’s diseas...

" Your doctor may recommend a proctocolectomy if your colon and your rectum (together known as the large intestine) are diseased and must be removed. T...

"Chronic inflammation in the intestines can cause the walls of your digestive tract to thicken or form scar tissue. This can narrow a section of intest...

Three main risk factors for recurrence are: 1. Penetrating disease 2. Smoking 3. Prior surgical resections

"You will receive specific instructions for postoperative care after surgery. You may be given drugs, such as pain medication or antibiotics, and there...