Some set backs: Most of the time will be small bowel problems partial or complete obstruction, trditional ileostomy will have least problems. In ci like j pouch as is existing precariouly, with poor blood supply, poor function, pouchitis, pelvic sepsis, etc gravid utereus will give problems to pouch and its function.
Answered 9/20/2012
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Both are Safe: While the published data is limited, women with continent ileostomies could expect a normal pregnancy and delivery. However, intubating the stoma can be more difficult during the 3rd trimester which may require keeping a catheter in the stoma and wearing a leg-bag.
Answered 9/21/2012
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