ULCERATIVE-COLITIS SURGICAL-TREATMENT

When surgical treatment is indicated in the course of ulcerative colit is, several operations may be performed. In the vast majority of patie nts, total proctocolectomy and ileal pouch-anal anastomosis is the pro cedure of choice. Other operations (total proctocolectomy with Brooke ileostomy, total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis or with Kock po uch) can also be used in certain circumstances. Postoperative quality of life must be considered before any decision is finalized.