An opening, created through surgery, to allow the colon (lower part of the large intestine) to empty its contents directly through the wall of the abdomen
a procedure done when there is an abnormality in the large intestine or rectum that allows stool to leave the body by a different route Through an operation, an opening is made in the abdomen and the colon (large intestine) is connected to it Stool passes through the opening to a collection bag on the abdomen A colostomy may be temporary or permanent, depending on the health of the colon
A colostomy is a surgical operation in which a permanent opening from the colon is made. Surgical formation of an artificial anus by making an opening from the colon through the abdominal wall. It may be done to decompress an obstructed colon, to allow excretion when part of the colon must be removed, or to permit healing of the colon. Colostomy may be temporary or permanent. A sigmoid colostomy, the most common type of permanent colostomy, requires no appliances (though a light pouch is sometimes worn for reassurance) and allows a normal life except for the route of fecal excretion. See also ostomy