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INDICATIONS
FOR
OSTOMY
Imperforate anus is a defect in which the opening to the anus is missing
or blocked. The anus is the opening to the rectum through which stools
leave the body. This is present from birth (congenital)
Diverticulitis is the infection or inflammation of pouches that can form in
your intestines.
Some of the most common conditions that
might necessitate a stoma are:
Imperforate anus: where there is no exit for the
bowel or its contents.
Choose the same time each day when you will not be interrupted to
irrigate your colostomy.
Center the pouch over the stoma and press it firmly into place
on clean, dry skin. It may be helpful to hold your hand over the
newly applied pouch for 30 seconds. The warmth of your hand
can help to mold the adhesive skin barrier into place.