It is the connection of the terminal portion of the small intestine, the ileum, to the outer skin of the abdomen, where liquid stool can collect in a disposable plastic pouch. An ileostomy may be performed for a number of reeasons; for example, an individual with colon cancer may have a portion of the large intestine surgically removed. During healing, the small intestine is connected to the ileostomy pouch (either temporarily or permanently, as the situation demands).
il·e·os·to·my (l-st-m)n. pl.il·e·os·to·mies1. Surgical construction of an artificial excretory opening through the abdominal wall into the ileum.
2. The opening created by such a surgical procedure.
Ileostomy surgery is usually required when part of the large intestine has been damaged and is unable to process waste correctly. Part of the small intestine is looped to the outside of the body allowing waste to be collected without passing through the large intestine.
An ileostomy removes the entire colon, the rectum, and the anus
cpt code open ileostomy closure
What is the difference between an ileectomy and an ileostomy
The ileum
Ileostomy is a surgical procedure in which a artificial anus is formed making an opening that connects to the the wall of the abdomen.
Someone would need an ileostomy if they had damage to the bowels that could not be corrected any other way.
No
The most common disorders requiring permanent ileostomy are Crohn's disease, familial polyposis, and ulcerative colitis
formed stool
yes
Ileal conduit
Absolutely - yes.
The Kock pouch