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Ileostomy

Posted On: 06-24-2015
Ileostomy

What is an Ileostomy?

A bowel diversion surgery performed after removal of the large intestine, an ileostomy involves connecting the ileum to the abdominal wall. This allows liquid waste moving through the small intestine to drain from the abdominal opening into a pouch on the outside of the body.

Also Known As:

  • Bowel surgery
  • Colorectal surgery

Conditions Treated with an Ileostomy:

An ileostomy may be performed in cases of bowel obstruction, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, colorectal cancer, large intestine injury and infection or trauma of the abdomen.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to an Ileostomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to an ileostomy. Continent ileostomy, laparoscopic ileostomy and internal colo-anal pouch are surgical alternatives to the procedure.

Anesthesia with an Ileostomy:

An ileostomy is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from an Ileostomy:

Possible risks following an ileostomy include infection, bleeding, incisional hernia and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.

Prognosis after an Ileostomy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following an ileostomy is good. It can take up to a year to adjust to the ileostomy bag.

 

 

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