Left Colectomy
Left Colectomy
Definition
Surgical removal of the left part of the colon.
Also known as Colon Resection, Left Extended, LEFT COLECTOMY, Left Hemicolectomy — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0192865 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Colon | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Intestine | Procedure Has Excised Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |