Patient Education Video Series
We have a series of videos that explain four procedures that you may have performed depending on your type of cancer. These videos explain the full surgery from before the operation to after and some anatomy as well. These videos were made in tandem with UofT TVASurg Program.
Abdominoperineal Resection
Surgical Management of Low Rectal Cancer
Video Time Stamps
- 00:15 Introduction
- 01:51 Before the operation
- 04:51 Operation
- 10:27 Recovering in hospital
- 12:58 Recovering at home
- 14:28 Follow up
- 14:53 Conclusion
Abdominoperineal Resection (APR) is a surgical operation performed to treat cancer in the low rectum or it involves the sphincter muscles. In this procedure, the rectum and anus are removed. You will require a permanent stoma as there is no longer the ability to connect the intestine back together. You will receive stoma care with the nurse specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence (NSWOC).
This video provides a helpful guide to patients and caregivers about rectal cancer, the procedure of abdominoperineal resection, expectations before and after the operation, as well as strategies to improve recovery.
Low Anterior Resection
Surgical Management of Rectal Cancer
Video Time Stamps
- 00:15 Introduction
- 01:59 Before the operation
- 05:24 Operation
- 11:59 Recovering in hospital
- 14:11 Recovering at home
- 15:49 Follow up
- 16:14 Conclusion
Low anterior resection (LAR), also known as restorative proctectomy, is a surgical operation performed to treat cancer in the rectum. In this procedure, a portion or the entirety of the rectum is removed. The end of the healthy colon is then connected to the remaining rectum or anus to reconstruct the gastrointestinal tract.
This video provides a helpful guide to patients and caregivers about rectal cancer, the procedure of low anterior resection, expectations before and after the operation, as well as strategies to improve recovery.
Right Hemicolectomy
Surgical Management of Right Colon Cancer
Video Time Stamps
- 00:16 Anatomy
- 01:48 Pre-op
- 03:45 Surgery
- 06:06 Recovery
- 09:11 Follow up
- 09:40 Conclusion
The right hemicolectomy procedure is an operation used to treat cancer of the right side of the colon. During surgery, the right side of the colon is removed, along with the blood vessels and lymph nodes surrounding the tumour to both treat the tumour and understand the true extent of disease. This will also help guide future treatment recommendations. The remaining colon is then reconnected with the small intestine to facilitate normal digestion.
Left Hemicolectomy /Sigmoid Colectomy
Surgical Management of Left Colon Cancer
Video Time Stamps
- 00:10 Introduction
- 01:47 Before the operation
- 03:52 Operation
- 07:58 Recovery
- 11:20 Follow up
- 11:47 Conclusion
The left hemicolectomy or sigmoid colectomy is a surgical operation performed to treat cancer affecting the left side of the colon. During the operation, either the left colon or the sigmoid colon is removed, depending on the specific location of the tumor and the affected area. The end of the healthy colon is then connected to the end of the healthy remaining colon or rectum to reconstruct the gastrointestinal tract.
This video provides a helpful guide to patients and caregivers about left colon cancer, the procedure of left hemicolectomy and sigmoid colectomy, expectations before and after the operation, as well as strategies to improve recovery.