Sigmoid colectomy

[LovelyBath77]

I had to have a sigmoid colectomy a few years ago, with the transverse colon joined to the rectum. It was for a benign bowel condition. (lipoma)

I have wondered since, if this would possibly be preventative for colon cancer. There is a bit of history in the family for it (uncle and dad had it).

So I just wondered anyone knew whether it might in fact be a good thing. as most cancers are found in the sigmoid and lower part of the bowel. many thanks

Yes it does mean that you can't get a descending or sigmoid colon tumour. Quite a large percent (at least 30 %) occur in the rectum though so you should continue to have surveillance. Interestingly they will be able to look at your rectum and transverse colon with a flexible sigmoidoscopy!

Thanks Olympics! Yes it was pretty low in the rectum the join, I have quite recently had a flexi sig and they talked me through it all as chose not to have sedation. So had a guided tour! All seemed OK. Thanks for the reply.