by benforred | Feb 12, 2026
Also called a standard or Brooke ileostomy, a surgically created opening between the small intestine and the abdominal surface. Stool output is liquid or paste like with digestive enzymes. An end ileostomy is where the end of the ileum of the small intestine is used...
by benforred | Feb 12, 2026
Also known as an ileal pouch-anal anastomosis (IPAA), a reservoir created from the distal small intestine that is joined to the anal canal. In standard J-pouch procedures, the rectal cuff is preserved and the J-pouch is sewn to it. Sometimes this may also be called an...
by benforred | Feb 12, 2026
The majority of the colon is removed but not all, usually the sigmoid colon is not removed in this surgery.
by benforred | Feb 12, 2026
Removal of the rectum and all or part of the colon. When this procedure involves sewing closed the anus, common with permanent ileostomies, it is often referred to as a “Barbie Butt” or “Ken...
by benforred | Feb 12, 2026
Removal of the colon. A total colectomy is the removal of the entire colon whereas a partial colectomy is the removal of only part of the...
