Nov 4, 2024 · What is a colostomy? A colostomy is a surgery that changes the way stool (poop) exits your body. During the procedure, a surgeon creates a hole (stoma) in your abdominal (belly) wall. …

May 16, 2025 · During colostomy surgery, an opening is made in the belly called a stoma. Part of the colon is brought through that opening and attaches to a pouch outside the body.

Oct 12, 2025 · Colostomy surgery creates an opening in your abdomen to pass waste, which collects in a bag. Some colostomies are temporary and can be reversed after healing, while others are …

During an end colostomy, the end of the colon is brought through the abdominal wall. Then it may be turned under, like a cuff. The edges of the colon are then stitched to the skin of the abdominal wall to …

Mar 31, 2024 · Stools moving through the intestine drain through the stoma into a bag attached to the skin of the abdomen. The procedure is usually done after: The colostomy may be short-term or …

Oct 31, 2024 · A colostomy is a surgery done to connect the colon to the surface of the abdomen (belly) to let stool pass into a collection bag outside of the body. This is done because the rectum, anus, or …

Oct 16, 2024 · A colostomy bag is used to collect poop through an opening in your belly called a stoma. Know more about colostomy bags, their types, and how to care for them.

When surgeons need to remove a section of the colon or rectum to effectively remove all the cancer, sometimes reconnecting the healthy parts of the colon isn’t possible. In these cases, the surgeon …

In this section, we'll walk you through the steps involved in colostomy bag surgery to provide a clear understanding of what to expect. Before the surgery, your healthcare team will conduct a thorough …

Dec 6, 2023 · Anyone considering a colostomy should see an experienced, board-certified colorectal surgeon to have the surgery you need and be fitted for a bag. “You need the proper care from a …