A member asked:

When performing an ileostomy reversal surgery, can a surgeon use extra anul to make up for lack of intestines?

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Dr. Carrie Cannon answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Clarification: I referred your question to a surgeon because I was not sure what you meant by "anul". If you mean anorectal tissue, the answer is probably yes. Please rephrase your question if this is not what you meant. Tks.

Answered 8/24/2014

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Specializes in surgery

Anul?: Bowel to bowel anastomoses Natural native bowel.

Answered 8/25/2014

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