What is the medical term for the surgical removal of part of the colon?

The surgical term for the removal of part of the colon is known as a partial colectomy. This procedure involves resecting a segment of the colon, which can be necessary due to various conditions such as cancer, diverticulitis, or obstructive disease. During a partial colectomy, the surgeon removes the affected part of the colon and then typically reconnects the remaining sections of the intestine, although in some cases, the ends may be brought to the skin surface to create an ostomy.

Other terms listed refer to different procedures: an appendectomy refers to the removal of the appendix; a colostomy involves creating an opening in the abdominal wall for waste to exit following the removal of a portion of the colon, often performed when the colon cannot be restored immediately; and a nephrectomy is the surgical removal of a kidney. Each term signifies a distinct procedure related to different organs and conditions, emphasizing the specificity required in medical terminology.