There are many conditions treated by our colorectal surgeons.
They range from benign to malignant. Here we provide a basic outline of most of the common conditions we regularly manage.
This list is not exhaustive and does not cover rarer conditions treated in this practice. If you would are not sure if your symptoms or condition is treated by our surgeons, please contact the rooms to enquire. Our staff will be able to assist with your query.
Other surgical conditions our specialist treat include abdominal wall hernia, pilonidal sinus and endometriosis, in conjunction with specialist endometriosis gynaecologists.
Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
Laparoscopic ("key-hole") colorectal procedures are minimally invasive, and have the proven benefits of less pain, faster return to normal eating and drinking, faster return of bowel function and a shorter hospital stay.
Rectal Prolapse Surgery
Rectal prolapse is a protrusion of the bowel into the anal canal, or external. Procedures can be performed abdominally, where the approach is through the abdominal cavity, or perineal, that is through the rectum.
Robotic Colorectal Surgery
Robotic surgery has been implemented in colorectal interventions in Australia in recent years. With highly sophisticated technology and 3D vision the precision is superior to other modalities.
Transanal Endoscopic Microscopic Surgery
Transanal endoscopic microscopic surgery (TEMS or TEO).
This minimally invasive technique allows removal of rectal adenomas and early cancers without a major colorectal resection.
Anal Incontinence Treatment
Anal or faecal incontinence can be a very debilitating disease.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy involves visualising the colon with a long camera. The lining of the bowel wall can be assessed for growths such as polyps or cancer, and inflammatory conditions such as Ulcerative Colitis, Crohns disease, or other forms of colits.
Surgery For Endometriosis
Endometriosis is a complex disease that causes problems with pain and infertility. When the bowel (colon and rectum) is involved a combined approach between expert gynaecologist and specialist colorectal surgeon is important.
Manometry & Ultrasound
Your doctor may have requested anal Manometry and Ultrasound to further investigate problems of incontinence, defecation, fissures, or cancer.
Get in touch with the Southwest Colorectal Team
Have a question or inquiry or looking for some more information about our services,
get in touch and we will be happy to assist.