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Husband had an end colostomy for a sigmoid diverticular abscess. 62 great shape. never smoked. chance of success?
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Once infection: has cleared, your husband can probably safely have another operation to take down the stoma and have the colon re-connected to his rectum in several months. The exact timing depends on the severity of the original infection and his response to treatment. Chances of success are very good. Ask his surgeon for specific details.
Answered 1/14/2018
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