Question 1

what exactly is an ileostomy takedown?

Accepted Answer

Surgical improvement: Ileostomy takedown is a surgical procedure to reattach the ileum to another part of the bowel, either ileum or part of the colon.

Question 2

what exactly is an ileostomy reversal?

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Reconnect intestine: This generally refers to the removal of an ileostomy (loop of intestine attached to the skin so stool can drain into a bag on the abdomen) and reconnection of the ileum to the colon or intestine( or in some cases creating an ileal pouch).  It really depends on the exact circumstance of the ileostomy and what else was done.

Question 3

does it hurt to get an ileostomy done?

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Some: An ilesotomy is a bowel surgery and will require incisions of some sort (laparoscopic versus open procedure).  You can expect to have some degree of postoperative pain - usually that is controlled well with iv, im, and/or oral medications.

Question 4

is there any pain involved in an ileostomy?

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Yes: Ilestomy is surgical procedure you have to cut the skin and the abdominal wall to reach to the gut

Question 5

are there different types of ileostomy bags?

Accepted Answer

Ostomy bags: There are many different types. The best advice i can give you is to go and see an ostomy nurse associated with a large colorectal center of excellence, such as ucsf, cleveland clinic or lahey clinic.

Question 6

are there different types of loop ileostomy?

Accepted Answer

Not really: A loop ileostomy is an ostomy where both upstream and downstream ends of the bowel come through the same opening in the abdominal wall. It can be different in terms of what segment of bowel is used. It usually allows for a simpler closure of the ileostomy and a shorter recovery time following pouch surgery.

Question 7

how long is the recovery time from an ileostomy?

Accepted Answer

Reason for ileostomy: Recovery includes ability to take care of stoma, if it a temporary ileostomy , or simple should  recover with in 4 ws, if a complex ileostomy  with pouch resvoir may take 8 wks or more. In a older person need more time.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: ileostomy?

Accepted Answer

Small intestine skin: A portion of the small intestine attached to the abdominal wall in order to be able to go to the bathroom if something happened to the colon or rectum.

Question 9

how can i find out about diet for a person with an ileostomy?

Accepted Answer

Check with: The surgeon who performed the surgery, your ostomy nurse or the united ostomy association. The internet site for the latter has many useful tips for ileostomy patients.

Question 10

in regards to tests performed for possible ileostomy reversal, what does this mean: scan to check that timing for reversal is correct?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Each individual surgeon has their own protocol.
I suspect a Barium enema to clear the colon.

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