Ostomy system
Ostomy System
An Ostomy System (pronounced: os-tuh-mee sis-tuhm) is a surgically created opening in the body for the discharge of body wastes. The term originates from the Greek word "stoma" meaning mouth or opening, and the suffix "-y" indicating a procedure.
Types of Ostomy
There are several types of ostomy, each named for the organ involved:
- Colostomy: An opening into the colon (large intestine).
- Ileostomy: An opening into the ileum (the last part of the small intestine).
- Urostomy: An opening into the urinary system.
Ostomy Appliances
An ostomy system typically involves the use of an ostomy appliance or pouching system. This is a prosthetic medical device that provides a means for the collection of waste from a surgically diverted biological system (colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy) and the creation of a stoma.
Related Terms
- Stoma: The actual end of the ureter or small or large bowel that can be seen protruding through the abdominal wall.
- Ostomate: A person who has undergone an ostomy.
- Ostomy Care: The care and maintenance of an ostomy, which includes cleaning and changing the ostomy appliance, skin care around the stoma, and monitoring for complications.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ostomy system
- Wikipedia's article - Ostomy system
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