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What are the differences between a partial colectomy and a bowel resection?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Nothing: synonyms. Partial colectomy means as bowel resection of the colon and bowel rection can mean a partial resection of either the large or small bowel

Dr Mahnensmith agreed

Answered 1/15/2015

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