Ileostomy

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jejunectomy /duodenectomy /ileectomy

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• UNDERSTANDING ILEOSTOMY SURGERY An ileostomy is a surgically-created opening in the abdomen through which the end of the ileum is brought up to the surface of the skin.
• Next, a temporary ileostomy is made.
• Privacy Statement 1cae Diseases Conditions Lab Tests Nutrition Surgeries/Procedures Symptoms Special Topics ileostomy Images (Click to view larger image)Definition An ileostomy is an artificial opening that is created in the bowel for stool to pass through.
• In the first surgery, the colon and rectum are removed and a temporary ileostomy is done.
• A temporary ileostomy is usually required while the pouch and anastomosis heal.

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