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Results 1 - 2 of 2 for Ileostomy
  1. Ileostomy - stoma and pouch (image) 
    An ileostomy is used to move waste out of the body through a surgically-created opening called a stoma. ... or rectum is not working properly. The word "ileostomy" comes from the words "ileum," which is the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19958.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Small bowel resection - series (image) 
    ... opening (stoma) of the intestine onto the abdomen (ileostomy) may be done. A temporary ileostomy will be closed and repaired later. If a ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100039_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia