colonostomy

[US]/[ˈkɒləstəmi]/
[UK]/[ˈkɒləstəmi]/

Translation

n.the surgical creation of an artificial anus by bringing a section of the colon through an opening in the abdominal wall.; the procedure of creating a colostomy.

Phrases & Collocations

colonostomy recovery

undergoing colonostomy

scheduled colonostomy

previous colonostomy

colonostomy procedure

colonostomy complications

post-colonostomy pain

colonostomy preparation

emergency colonostomy

colonostomy risks

Example Sentences

the patient underwent a successful colonostomy to divert the fecal stream.

following the colonostomy, he required specialized ostomy care.

the surgeon recommended a colonostomy due to the severe bowel obstruction.

she experienced complications after the colonostomy and needed further evaluation.

the colonostomy bag needs to be emptied regularly to prevent infection.

he was educated on proper colonostomy appliance changes and hygiene.

the colonostomy site showed signs of inflammation, requiring antibiotics.

a temporary colonostomy was performed to allow the bowel to heal.

the decision to proceed with a colonostomy was made after careful consideration.

she expressed concerns about adjusting to life with a colonostomy.

the colonostomy allowed him to maintain a reasonable quality of life.

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