What is Crohn’s surgery called?

Crohn’s surgery is often referred to as “bowel resection” or “intestinal resection.” This is a surgical procedure used to treat Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the digestive tract. Bowel resection surgery involves removing a portion of the affected intestine that is affected by inflammation, ulcers, strictures, or other complications associated with Crohn’s disease. The remaining healthy sections of the intestine are then reconnected, allowing for normal digestive function to resume. Bowel resection surgery is typically considered when medical treatments for Crohn’s disease, such as medications, diet changes, and lifestyle modifications, have not been effective in managing the symptoms or complications of the disease. The specific type of bowel resection surgery may vary depending on the location and severity of the Crohn’s disease, and it is typically performed by a qualified colorectal surgeon or gastroenterologist.