A colostomy is an opening in the large intestine, or the surgical procedure that creates one, formed by drawing the healthy end of the colon through an incision in the abdominal wall and suturing it into place. The opening, usually with an attached ostomy system, provides an alternative channel for feces to leave the body when the natural anus is unavailable for that function, and may be reversible or irreversible depending on the circumstances.
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Is a colostomy always permanent?
No. An ostomy can be permanent when an organ must be removed or temporary while an organ heals.
No. MedlinePlus explains that an ostomy, the kind of opening a colostomy creates, can be permanent when an organ must be removed, or temporary when the organ needs time to heal. A colostomy specifically is one type, in which the colon is attached to the stoma and the rectum and anus are bypassed. This describes what the source states and is not medical advice.
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A colostomy is an opening (stoma) in the large intestine (colon), or the surgical procedure that creates one.
Treats: Colon Cancer, Uses
Some common reasons are: A part of the colon has been removed, e.g. due to colon cancer requiring a total mesorectal excision, diverticulitis, injury, etc., so that it is no longer possible for feces to exit via the anus.
Treats: Diverticulitis, Uses
Some common reasons are: A part of the colon has been removed, e.g. due to colon cancer requiring a total mesorectal excision, diverticulitis, injury, etc., so that it is no longer possible for feces to exit via the anus.
Treats: Fecal incontinence, Uses
Fecal incontinence that is not responsive to other treatments.
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