| 1 | The study was conducted mainly in breast and colon tumours. | |
| 2 | These tests allow the surgeon to look inside of the colon. | |
| 3 | The germ Clostridium difficile is an intestinal bug that is found in the colon. | |
| 4 | Usually, the remaining colon can then be joined to the rectum. | |
| 5 | Your surgeon my request that you completely empty your colon and cleanse your intestines before surgery. |