Basics of Anal Fistulas
An anal fistula is the formation of an abnormal channel between the muscle of the anus, called the anal sphincter, and the inside of the large intestine.
Parastomal Hernia Repair
There are different options for open surgical parastomal hernia repair. Your surgeon will select one
Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (Z)
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Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (y)
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Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (X)
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Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (W)
Ostomy Glossary Select a Letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Wafer A stoma wafer is a critical part of an ostomy pouch system. It acts as a barrier between the peristomal skin and the […]
Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (V)
Ostomy Glossary Select a Letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Volvulus It occurs when the intestine twists around itself potentially leading to blockages, strangulation, and necrosis. Symptoms are excruciating pain, fever and vomiting. A […]
Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (U)
Ostomy Glossary Select a Letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ulcerative Colitis Sometimes denominated colitis or proctitis, Ulcerative Colitis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease of the large intestine. It is a painful disease […]
Ostomy Glossary: Colostomy, Ileostomy, Urostomy Information (T)
Ostomy Glossary Select a Letter: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Telescoping Stoma Also called prolapsed stoma. It is an outward and abnormally long stoma. It happens when the support around the stoma weakens forcing […]