Ileostomy or colostomy takedown: How to prepare and what to expect - 05/2015

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Ileostomy or colostomy takedown: How to prepare and what to expect

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Abstract

This handout is for patients having an ileostomy or colostomy takedown at University of Washington Medical Center. It explains how to prepare starting 1 week before the surgery, and what to expect after the surgery.

Author

Surgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2015

Revision Date

05/2015

Print Abstract

General Subject

Digestive System Disorders

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Ileostomy

Colostomy

Self-care

Languages

English

Record ID

4358