In an ileostomy, a surgeon connects the lower part of the small intestine to an opening in the wall of the abdomen. This procedure allows stool to exit the body without passing through damaged portions of the bowel. Here, we describe ileostomy surgery, including preparation, recovery, and lifestyle adjustments.
Embracing Life With an Ostomy Bag, Department of Surgery
J-Pouch: What It Is, Surgery & Complications
PDF) Defunctioning Ileostomy Reversal Rates and Reasons for Delayed Reversal: Does Delay Impact on Complications of Ileostomy Reversal? A Study of 170 Defunctioning Ileostomies
Urostomy: Definition, Procedure & Care
Ileostomy - DoveMed
Ileostomy: Preparation, recovery, and what to expect
British Journal of Nursing - The impact of stoma management education on the self-care abilities of individuals with an intestinal stoma
Ileostomy: Preparation, recovery, and what to expect
Pre-sugery Visit before Ostomy Sugery - What to Expect - Convatec
We are strong - Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Association
What You Can Expect After Your Child's Ostomy Surgery
Early versus late reversal of diverting loop ileostomy in rectal cancer surgery: a multicentre randomized controlled trial
Colostomy: Purpose, Risks, Procedure, Follow-Up Care
