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• Having an operation (surgery)

  If you're considering having an operation or your GP has suggested you may need surgery, this guide is for you.

• How a colostomy is done

  Find out what's involved in a colostomy, and what to expect after the operation.

• How an ileostomy is done

  Find out what's involved in a loop and end ileostomy, and what to expect after the operation.

• Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)

  Read about transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), an operation to remove some of the prostate gland if it's causing problems with peeing.

• How a carotid endarterectomy is done

  Find out what happens during a carotid endarterectomy, including what the main steps of the operation are and when you will be able to leave hospital.

• What is a gastrectomy?

  Find out about gastrectomy, an operation to remove all or part of your stomach.

• On the day

  Your admission letter from the hospital will tell you the date and time of your operation, and what time you need to turn up.

• Adenoidectomy

  Find out what an adenoidectomy is, why it's done, what happens during the operation and the possible complications.

• Ileostomy

  Find information about ileostomy, an operation to bring the end of your small bowel to the outside of your tummy to form a stoma, including why it’s done, what happens, recovery, possible complications and what to expect after the operation.

• Complications of a gastrectomy

  Find out about the possible complications of a gastrectomy operation and how they are treated.