Colectomy: What to Expect During Surgery

This video is part of a Northwell Health patient education series on colectomy, which is the removal of all or part of the colon. The purpose of this video is to provide patients a comprehensive understanding of what to expect during their colectomy surgery. This video explains the clinical components of the procedure and the medical team involved in multidisciplinary care at Northwell Health.
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