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Ostomy is a common surgical procedure, mainly used to treat intestinal diseases. After surgery, patients often need to go through a period of adaptation, during which the stoma is an important concern. This article will explain in detail the relevant knowledge of stoma retraction from three aspects: the time of stoma retraction, small treatment methods in daily life, and suggestions.

What is a stoma reduction?

The stoma reinsertion surgery is to put the intestinal tube (that is, the stoma) placed outside the abdominal cavity back into the abdominal cavity, and then perform an anastomosis with the intestinal tube in the abdominal cavity, ultimately restoring the normal integrity and structure of the intestine, and discharging feces from the anus without a stoma.

When can the reduction surgery be performed?

The time for stoma reduction is not fixed. It is affected by many factors, including the type of surgery, the patient's physical condition, the complexity of the surgery, and the postoperative recovery. Generally speaking, if a temporary stoma recovers well within 3 months to 1 year after surgery, it can be considered for reduction surgery. Permanent stomas usually do not need to be reduced.

Specifically, the terminal ileostomy used to prevent anastomotic leakage after radical resection of low rectal cancer is usually restored 1 to 3 months after surgery. However, the permanent stoma made in the left lower abdomen after combined abdominoperineal and rectal cancer radical resection does not need to be restored.

What are the examinations before stoma reduction surgery?

1. Conduct a preliminary assessment of the stoma site and surrounding skin: Because the intestinal tube is placed in the abdominal cavity and the abdominal wall is sutured, the condition of the surrounding skin will directly affect the local healing of the wound.

2. The purpose of intestinal preparation is to reduce the infectious complications of intestinal anastomosis, including mechanical emptying of stool and the use of preoperative antibiotics.

3. During the few months of the temporary stoma, feces are discharged directly from the stoma, and the contraction function of the original sphincter will decrease. In order to resume normal life as soon as possible after the stoma is inserted, it is recommended that you do pelvic floor muscle training before the operation to facilitate better control of defecation after the stoma is inserted.

Tips:

Maintain a positive attitude: Although stoma surgery will have a certain impact on life, patients should maintain a positive attitude and gradually adapt to the new lifestyle. You can join a stoma patient support group to exchange experiences with other patients and get psychological support.

Follow the doctor's instructions: Ostomy patients should strictly follow the doctor's instructions, take medicine on time, and have regular checkups. If you have any discomfort or questions, you should consult a doctor in time.

Choose a suitable stoma bag: The choice of a stoma bag is also very important. You should choose a stoma bag that suits the size and shape of your stoma and change it regularly to keep it clean and dry.

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Editor: kiki Jia