Colon cancer has become an extremely common disease in the US today. It must be understood that a redundant colon is any colon that is not completely functional, which is the reason for the organ’s frequent malfunctions and failures. As such, a redundant colon can only be corrected by surgical means.

The redundant colon is just one that is either too long by its standards, or not completely functional for its owner, who is usually referred to as a “colon consist”. Anatomically speaking, the organ is composed of three distinct compartments: ileum, a colon, and a volvulus. The volvulus is the large bag-like structure at the bottom of the colon, composed of a network of vessels and mucous linings. The ileum is the small pouch attached to the ileum and lined with smooth muscle.

It’s possible to diagnose a redundant colon through a series of tests.

These tests include x-rays, endoscopy, and abdominal CT scans. The primary finding of the testicular biopsy is the presence of an abnormality in the pelvic wall, the colon, the sigmoid colon, the descending colon, the transitional colon, or the umbilical cord. If the testicular biopsy confirms the existence of a tumor or mass in these areas, the patient is diagnosed as having a sigmoid colon.

Sigmoid colons are not that rare, however. There is a one in twenty chance of developing a secondary sigmoid colon, according to estimates. It’s possible to be born with a congenital condition that predisposes one to develop a redundant colon or even a herniated disc. The majority of patients who have a herniated disk still have a functioning sphincter, however. A herniated disk refers to a tear in the protective layer of the spine near the spine. In some rare cases, the herniated disc may rupture, or the spinal fluid leaks into the lower portions of the spine, causing a secondary herniated colon.

Many doctors use a combination of colonoscopy, radiological imaging, and sigmoid colonoscopy to determine the presence of a secondary sigmoid colon.

This test is also used to treat patients with H. pylori infection (H. pylori). Although not common, there are instances when a patient undergoes a difficult colonoscopy because of a hernia in the colon. In such cases, the physician may opt to perform a surgical procedure to repair the defect and restore proper bowel movement. Although rare, a hernia can occur during a normal colonoscopy.

A hernia refers to the protrusion of the upper portion of the colon toward the rectum. Although a hernia is relatively rare, it is more common to have a loop of a sigmoid colon which is located behind the sigmoid fornix. Although the loop may appear large and protruding, it is smaller than the original protrusion; hence the term redundant colon. Since a loop of a sigmoid colon can enlarge and protrude without any change in the size or shape of the intestine, this renders the primary sigmoid colon, and therefore the redundant colon, to be an unnecessary complication.

In most circumstances, patients with a hernia do not experience any pain during the procedure. 

Although rare, some patients may have abdominal distention after the procedure. This happens when the sigmoid colon continues to grow and pushes the abdomen out of its normal position. This symptom however is not observed in all patients and is often associated with large doses of fluids before the operation. In addition, some patients can suffer from dehydration after the procedure as the excess fluid causes their abdomen to swell.

There are no abnormalities in the pelvic organs or musculoskeletal system in most patients with a hernia. This means that there is no risk posed by an additional hernia presenting itself in the future. In most cases, patients can resume normal activity one to three weeks after surgery. There is also no evidence of an increased risk of bowel obstruction in most patients with congenital abnormalities of the colon, thus making the case report of a redundant colon is irrelevant to their long-term morbidity.

Author: mayank