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Ostomy
Ostomy An operation that makes it possible for stool to leave the body through an opening made in the abdomen, necessary when part or all of the intestines are removed. Colostomy and ileostomy are types of ostomy.
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Stool
The solid wastes that pass through the rectum as bowel movements. Stools are undigested foods, bacteria, mucus, and dead cells. Also called feces.
Abdomen
The area between the chest and the hips. Contains the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and spleen.
Intestines
See large intestine and small intestine. Also called gut.
Colostomy
An operation that makes it possible for stool to leave the body after the rectum has been removed. The surgeon makes an opening in the abdomen and attaches the colon to it. A temporary colostomy may be done to let the rectum heal from injury or other surgery.
Ileostomy
An operation that makes it possible for stool to leave the body after the colon and rectum are removed in which an opening is made in the abdomen and the bottom of the small intestine (ileum) attaches to it.
Ostomy
An operation that makes it possible for stool to leave the body through an opening made in the abdomen, necessary when part or all of the intestines are removed. Colostomy and ileostomy are types of ostomy.
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The physician who diagnoses, treats, manages the rehabilitation process, and provides prevention protocols for patients who suffer from injury or disease in any of the components of the musculoskeletal system.
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