MeSH definition : 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.;
DeCS synonym : Total Proctocolectomy; Proctocolectomies; Total Proctocolectomy with Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis; Proctocolectomy; Total Proctocolectomies; Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis;
Related MeSH term : Proctocolectomy, Total; Total Proctocolectomies; Proctocolectomies;
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.