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Colostomy

A colostomy is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large intestine or colon is brought through the abdominal wall to create an artificial opening, allowing the body to pass waste material. This procedure is generally used when the abdomen cannot expel material efficiently, such as when the lower part of the …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited 🔖 ISSN 2471-7061 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

A colostomy is a surgical procedure in which a part of the large intestine or colon is brought through the abdominal wall to create an artificial opening, allowing the body to pass waste material. This procedure is generally used when the abdomen cannot expel material efficiently, such as when the lower part of the intestine is blocked or when a patient has certain types of cancer. The colostomy can be temporary or permanent, depending on the individual’s medical situation, and the waste material will be collected in a pouch attached to the artificial opening. The colostomy is an important procedure that improves the quality of life for people with certain medical conditions and offers a reliable and effective way to eliminate waste material from the body.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Colon And Rectal Cancer (ISSN 2471-7061).

Journal editorial board
Frank A. Frizelle · New Zealand Gennaro Galizia · Italy Tamotsu Tsukahara · Japan

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