Procedure

Ostomy Surgery

Surgery that creates an opening on the belly for stool to leave the body into a pouch, either short-term or permanently.

Also called: colostomy, ileostomy, stoma

Who Can Help with Ostomy Surgery?

• Colorectal Surgeons

  A surgeon who treats conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, such as colon cancer, hemorrhoids and diverticulitis.

• General Surgeons

  A surgeon who operates on the abdomen, skin and soft tissues, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal and appendectomy.

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• Acid Reflux
• Amputation
• Anal Abscess
• Anal Cancer
• Anal Fissure
• Anal Fistula
• Anorectal Malformations
• Anti-Reflux Surgery
• Appendectomy
• Appendicitis
• Biopsy
• Bowel Obstruction
• Breast Biopsy
• Breast Cancer
• Breast Lumps