"If none of the large intestine or rectum was taken out at the time of ileostomy or colostomy creation, the patient's diet and lifestyle will not change at all after the acute post-op recovery ...

Having an ostomy now is much different than it used to be. Obviously, nobody wants to have this procedure, but if there is a medical condition, and you have to have this procedure, the equipment ...

Before ileostomy or colostomy surgery, you will meet with your colorectal surgeon, an ET nurse, and other healthcare providers that will take part in your surgery and/or recovery. They will help ...