A urostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a stoma, an artificial opening, for the urinary system. It provides a route for diverting urine when normal drainage through the bladder and urethra is not possible, for example following extensive pelvic surgery or in cases of urinary tract obstruction.
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A urostomy is a surgical procedure that creates a stoma (artificial opening) for the urinary system.
Treats: Bladder Cancer, Indications
Urostomy is most commonly performed after cystectomy, such as may be necessary in, for example, bladder cancer.
Treats: Urinary Incontinence, Indications
Other indications include severe kidney disease, accidental damage or injury to the urinary tract, surgical complications because of non-related pelvic or abdominal surgery, congenital defects that cause urine to back up into the kidneys, or urinary incontinence.
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