Colostomy Surgery
Ascending Colostomy
- In the ascending (vertical section, on your right) colon
- Uncommon type of colostomy
- Stool is liquid to semi-liquid 1
Transverse Colostomy
- In the transverse (horizontal section, across the abdomen) colon
- Stool is liquid to semi-formed
- Usually constructed as a loop
- Usually temporary1
Descending Colostomy
- In the descending (vertical section, on your left) colon
- A more common type of colostomy
- Stool is semi-formed1
Sigmoid Colostomy
- In the lower left portion of the large intestine on your left, just before the rectum
- Stool is formed 1
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Before Surgery
Here you can learn about ostomy surgery and prepare you with helpful questions to ask your doctor or nurse.
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Preparing for Ostomy Surgery
Ostomy surgery can be scary, but you’re in good company. We can help you get ready—physically and mentally.
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Colostomy Surgery
A colostomy is created out of the end of the large intestine to divert waste from your digestive system.
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Ileostomy Surgery
Created out of the ileum (small intestine), and requires particular but simple attention to keep you comfortable and ...
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Urostomy Surgery
Type of surgery enabling urine to exit the body through a stoma after removal of a diseased or damaged portion of you...
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How is a stoma surgically created
All stomas are not created equal. They vary in size, shape, location and construction.
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At Your Pre-Surgery Visit
Like most people who are preparing for ostomy surgery, you may be wondering what to expect.
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