A member asked:

If subtotal colectomy with creation of brooke ileostomy placement has been performed, would the rectal stump still be present or is it removed?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It is often: preserved if a REHOOK-UP is the plan! Speak with your surgeon..this should not be an unanswered question!! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 9/19/2015

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