title: A secure end colostomy technique.
abstract: A secure end colostomy technique preventing the common complications of intestinal prolapse and paracolostomy hernia is presented. Prosthetic mesh is fitted and secured to the intestine and the underside of the abdominal wall, giving considerable strength to the area and avoiding complications.
authors.affiliation: St. Lukes Hospital, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: H G
authors.initials: HG
authors.lastname: Light
mesh_terms: D003125:Colostomy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013526:Surgical Mesh