The most common types of abdominal surgeries for which Duchess Kate was admitted

rectal prolapse repair

Surgery is usually required to treat rectal prolapse. Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the last few inches of the intestine stretch and pop out from the bottom.

Vaginal delivery, prolonged constipation, and physical exertion increase the risk of rectal prolapse.

During surgery, the rectum is pulled back into its normal position and held in place.

small intestine resection

This is a surgery to remove Crohn’s disease, cancer, ulcers, benign tumors, and polyps. This involves removing part of the small intestine. The surgeon removes the diseased part of the small intestine and stitches the healthy part back together.

In some cases, an opening may be created on the outside of the body. This is known as an ostomy.

Total colectomy and proctocolectomy

A proctocolectomy is the surgical removal of the colon and rectum. A colectomy is the surgical removal of the colon.

Familial polyposis and ulcerative colitis often require removal of the colon and rectum.

Familial polyposis is an inherited disease that affects the gastrointestinal tract. Hundreds or thousands of polyps can develop within the colon or rectum.

Ulcerative colitis is a long-term condition that causes inflammation of the colon and rectum. The main symptoms are recurrent diarrhea, stomach pain, and the need to poop frequently.

Is Duchess Kate’s surgery related to cancer?

It is believed that the future queen’s surgery is not related to cancer.

Royal expert Rebecca English wrote to X that it is understood Duchess Kate is being treated for a non-cancerous condition.