Question 1

what is a reversal colostomy?

Accepted Answer

Reconnection: The reversal procedure is to re-establish colonic continuity so the patient can again eliminate via anus.  Keep in mind that not all ostomies can or should be reversed.

Question 2

does an abscess at the point of hookup of an ileostomy reversal usually mean a permanent colostomy?

Accepted Answer

Not always: I assume you mean an ileostomy that was taken down and reanastomosed.  An abscess that appears within the first 10 days usually occurs from a leak. If the location is favorable, many abscesses can be drained through the skin using x-ray guidance thus avoiding the need for another operation and a colostomy.

Question 3

what is surgery for colostomy reversal called? is surgery to reverse a colostomy called colostomy reversal surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Yes & laparoscopic colostomy reversal is when it is done through a scope.

Question 4

what do you suggest if my dad has a loop colostomy, and is hoping to reverse it. how easy or hard is the reversal procedure?

Accepted Answer

Very simple: Various procedures are used to divert the bowel, in particular when a low surgical resection of the sigmoid colon is performed. Here the anastomosis is given a chance to heal by diverting food from the suture line.  Loop colostomy has an opening on top of the loop which is repaired, the adjacent tissue opened so that the closed bowel can be dropped into the abdomen.

Question 5

previous question was to read, chance of success of end colonoscopy reversal? hubby 62 good health colostomy due to diverticular abscess.

Accepted Answer

Colostomy reversal: since the colostomy was probable a diverting colostomy vs a colostomy where a large amount of colon was removed the reversal should be successful

Question 6

just had a colostomy reversal. is it normal to have soreness in my intestines?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Not unusual after getting the plumbing reworked.  Discuss with the surgeon at follow up visit.  Not normal to have severe pain, vomiting,  no stool output, bleeding after reversal; if present, call md asap.

Question 7

my father has a loop colostomy, and is hoping to reverse it. how difficult is the reversal procedure?

Accepted Answer

Simple: The loop is performed proximal to an anastomosis to allow  it to heal.  At the time of closure the proximal and distal parts of the opened loop are divided and at skin level the margins are anastomosed and then droped back into the  now open loop site which is then closed at fascial and skin levels.

Question 8

i had a colostomy reversal about 9 years ago after my appendix ruptured and have now started getting pains like a tightening , contracting type below ?

Accepted Answer

Possible adhesions: People who have had abdominal surgery can develop scar tissue inside. These usually look like spider webs and can be attached to the bowel and inside abdominal wall or other intra-abdominal tissue. These can cause mild to significant pain. However, there are other potential causes. It would be most appropriate to have this problem evaluated by a physician.

Question 9

persistant pain at colostomy removal site post reversal. had severe peritonitis post op?

Accepted Answer

Depends: How long ago was your last surgery? Incision site discomfort can sometimes last for a few months after surgery. See your surgeon for an exam. Sometimes hernias can form at the surgery site. Sometimes there can be prolonged skin nerve discomfort in the scar.

Question 10

my two year old has a prolapse of his anus after colostomy reversal and it has to be removed is it more cosmetic and will he recover quick?

Accepted Answer

Need information: 2 yr will not  have surgery unless born with congenital abnormality ( born with ) like imperforated anus where need to establish ano-rectal continuity  or  hirspriung cong.         A genesis of ganglion , a staged procedure was done, you need to talk to the ped. Surgeon to find ultimate prognosis , results are excellent i recent years due to excellent surgery and post op care.

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What do you suggest if my dad has a loop colostomy, and is hoping to reverse it. how easy or hard is the reversal procedure?

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Previous question was to read, chance of success of end colonoscopy reversal? hubby 62 good health colostomy due to diverticular abscess.

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Just had a colostomy reversal. is it normal to have soreness in my intestines?

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My father has a loop colostomy, and is hoping to reverse it. how difficult is the reversal procedure?

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I had a colostomy reversal about 9 years ago after my appendix ruptured and have now started getting pains like a tightening , contracting type below ?

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Persistant pain at colostomy removal site post reversal. had severe peritonitis post op?

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My two year old has a prolapse of his anus after colostomy reversal and it has to be removed is it more cosmetic and will he recover quick?

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