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New UMass Memorial Health acute-care facility looks to address bed shortage in Massachusetts
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Sphincter-Sparing Surgery
Advanced Sphincter-Sparing Surgery for Low Rectal Cancer: Avoiding Permanent Colostomy
For patients who have colorectal cancer in the lower part of the colon, surgeons often remove both the rectum and the anus. If the anus is removed, the patient typically needs a permanent colostomy, which collects stool in a bag that is attached to the abdominal wall.
Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery in Central Massachusetts
At UMass Memorial Health, we perform a wide range of surgeries using minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery. Our specialized expertise means less pain and a quicker recovery for you.
What Is Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Minimally invasive surgery is an alternative to traditional, open surgery. Surgeons perform minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and rely on cameras and specialized instruments to see and operate internally.