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Types of Ostomy

Double Barrel Colostomy
Double Barrel Colostomy

double-barrel colostomy Most often a temporary colostomy with two openings into the colon: one distal and one proximal. Elimination occurs through the proximal stoma, allowing the distal length of the colon to rest and heal.

End Colostomy
End Colostomy

Your stoma is the end ... What Is a Colostomy or Ileostomy? SAMPLE. 2 ... will need to wear an ostomy pouching system at all times.

source: facs.org
Loop Colostomy
Loop Colostomy

A “loop” ileostomy is a particular type of ileostomy which is intended to be temporary (usually kept in place for only a few months to a year), and is probably the most common kind of ostomy that’s being created nowadays.

source: ostomyok.org

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