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ostomySurgical opening in the body, or the operation creating it, usually to allow discharge of wastes through the abdominal wall. It may be temporary, to relieve strain on damaged organs, or permanent, to replace normal channels congenitally missing or surgically removed (usually to treat cancer). A loop of bowel (the colon in colostomy and the ileum in ileostomy) is cut and the end brought through to the abdominal surface. Waste usually exits into a self-adhering bag worn over the opening, or an internal pouch may be made from body tissue. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | In addition, Everts consults with hospital staff about patients who have wounds or ostomies (surgically created openings in the body for the discharge of body wastes) and helps care for and evaluate these patients. Support group: The United Ostomy Association, a volunteer-based health organization that provides education and support to people who've had ostomies, has many local chapters. Ostomy II-22 Ostomy: Surgery to Solve Excretion Problems II-22 Types of Ostomy II-23 Colostomy II-23 Transverse II-23 Ileostomy II-23 Continent Ileostomy II-24 Urostomy or Ostomies in the Urinary System II-24 Continent Urostomy II-24 5. |
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