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Is there another way to reverse a colostomy other than doing it laproscopically? thanks for your help!
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Yes an open type: But, if your surgeon is skilled in laparoscopically reversed colostomy, it usually means a less painful and quicker recovery for you than a traditional procedure. Dr R
Answered 7/6/2016
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