Colostomy reversal question

Spanky1

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Joined : Apr 2010

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Posted 5/27/2010 10:53 PM (GMT 0)

After a reversal of a colostomy, what happens to where the colostomy was? Do the surgeons stitch it shut or leave it open and it closes on its own? I have read of the former, but was told of the later.

nruth

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Posted 5/28/2010 2:26 AM (GMT 0)

In my case it was sewn together.

Equestrian Mom

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Posted 5/28/2010 10:54 AM (GMT 0)

It depends on your doc's preference.

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