Minimally raised end colostomy.
The traditional maturation of the mucocutaneous junction of an end colostomy often leads to a stoma with no significant projection above the skin. We describe a simple method which allows a small spout to be easily created. This technique has been used in 30 patients and is believed to diminish leakage. A raised stoma is easier for the patient to see and Stoma care nurses prefer them.
Stephenson
B M
BM
St. Mark's Hospital, London, United Kingdom.
Myers
C
C
Phillips
R K
RK
D003125:Colostomy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control; D013536:Suture Techniques