Disease Entity. 1  Consist of refractive, hyaline-like calcified nodules located within the optic nerve head. 2  Prevalence 0.4-3.7%. 3  Males = Females.  Whites 1  > Blacks. >85% bilateral, but asymmetric.  Familial â Autosomal dominant inheritance.
Severe bleeding from the colon may require surgery to remove the affected portion of the colon. Bowel obstruction. A blocked colon is an emergency that may require total or partial colectomy, depending on the situation. Colon cancer. Early-stage cancers may require only a small section of the colon to be removed during colectomy. Cancers at a later stage may require more of the colon to be removed. Crohn's disease. If medications aren't helping you, removing the affected part of your colon may offer temporary relief from signs and symptoms.
Total Colectomy. In a total colectomy, the entire colon will be removed through the incision. In some cases, the last part of the small intestine, called the ileum, is then connected to the rectum.A small pouch is made from the ileum to store stool. This pouch mimics the function of the rectum and preserves anal function.otal Colectomy. In a total colectomy, the entire colon will be removed through the incision. In some cases, the last part of the small intestine, called the ileum, is then connected to the rectum.