Time in surgery

Mums been in surgery for colonoscopy for nearly 5 hours, is this normal? 

  • Good evening Ginamore

    I just wanted to let you know that our nurses work Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm so you won't get a response from them this evening. 

    Do speak to the hospital team about any concerns that you have about the length of time that your Mum has been in theatre. Hopefully, they will be able to give you some reassurance. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

  • Hello and thanks for posting,

    I can appreciate your concern. Unfortunately, we can't give you any specific information, not being part of your mum's current medical team. Hopefully, you have now found out a bit more about her situation, since you posted here. If you are her next of kin, or she has given her consent for you to do so, you should be able to speak with her hospital doctor or nurse about this. 

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Yours sincerely,

    Vanda