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Continent Ileostomy

Posted On: 04-22-2015
Continent Ileostomy

What is Continent Ileostomy?

A bowel diversion surgery, continent ileostomy is performed after removal of the large intestine. During the procedure, the end of the small intestine is formed into a pouch that attaches to a valve and to the abdominal wall. This allows liquid waste moving through the small intestine to be collected by a tube and external bag that is attached to the opening.

Also Known As:

  • Koch’s pouch
  • Small intestine surgery
  • Small intestine connection
  • Ileum surgery

Conditions Treated with Continent Ileostomy:

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

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Continent Ileostomy:

There are no comparable non-surgical alternatives to continent ileostomy. An ileostomy and internal colo-anal pouch are surgical alternatives to the procedure.

Anesthesia with Continent Ileostomy:

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

Potential Complications from Continent Ileostomy:

Possible risks following continent ileostomy include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience an incisional hernia.

Prognosis after Continent Ileostomy:

The prognosis for a positive end result following continent ileostomy is good.

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