AcculabThere are different options for open surgical parastomal hernia repair. Your surgeon will select one
Ostomy Articles
Colostomy Bags
Colostomy patients who do not irrigate have essentially the same choices available for those with an
Urostomy and Acidic Urine
People with an urostomy must aim for a rather acidic urine. Acidic urine is desired when having an u
Colostomy Irrigation
Colostomy irrigation is a way for some colostomy patients to evacuate stool through a water enema pe
Urostomy And Urinary Tract Infections
Your body’s natural filtering system functions by disposing of urine through the urinary tract. Peop
Fluids and Electrolytes with an Ostomy
Electrolytes are ionic mineral solutions that transmit electricity. Electrolyte balance refers to th
What is a Colostomy? and Types of Colostomy
A colostomy is type of ostomy bowel diversion. It is a surgical procedure that involves partially re
Ileostomy Bags
Ileostomy patients usually prefer drainable ostomy bags. Their waste, which has a consistency ranging from watery to porridge like, is better managed through an open ended ostomy bag.
What is a Parastomal Hernia?
A hernia is an abnormal protrusion or displacement of intestine through a weak area, or defect. Hern