Is a Colon Resection a Major Surgery?

What Happens During a Bowel Resection? This is a major surgery. You'll need to check into a hospital. On the day of your surgery, you'll get general anesthesia.

How long does a colon resection surgery take?

Bowel resection surgery usually takes between 1 and 4 hours. The usual length of stay is 5 to 7 days in the hospital. Your doctor may choose to keep you longer if complications arise or if you had a large amount of intestine removed.

Is colon resection surgery painful?

Colon resection surgery is performed under general anesthesia and the patient will feel no pain during the procedure. During recovery, abdominal and incision pain are likely, which can be managed with pain medication.