Surgical options are available for treating chronic constipation, but they should be considered a last resort after trying non-surgical alternatives. The effectiveness of surgical options varies depending on the specific procedure and individual patient factors. Risks associated with surgery include bleeding, infection, and anesthesia complications. Recovery time also varies depending on the procedure performed and can range from a few weeks to several months. Before considering surgery, it's important to explore non-surgical alternatives such as diet modifications, increased fluid intake, fiber supplementation, and physical activity. Surgery should only be considered if these alternatives have been exhausted or if there are underlying medical conditions that require surgical intervention.