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Colostomy Closure services offered in Houston, TX
A colostomy closure procedure attaches the colon to the rectum, restoring the gastrointestinal tract following surgical removal of a portion of the colon or rectum. Daniel Lee Howell, Jr., MD, FACS and Terah Isaacson, MD, FACS, at Bayou City Surgical Specialists in Houston, Texas, perform colostomy closure. They customize surgical plans so you get the best outcomes and are transparent with pricing so there are no surprise bills. Call to schedule your colostomy closure consultation today or book an appointment online.
What is colostomy closure?
Colostomy closure, also called colostomy reversal, is a surgery that reconnects the colon to the anus following a temporary colostomy. A colostomy is a surgical procedure in which the surgeon creates a new opening for waste removal, called a stoma, following surgery to remove some of the colon or rectum.
The procedure aims to restore the normal movement and elimination of waste through the gastrointestinal tract.
When can I have a colostomy closure?
Your surgeon at Bayou City Surgical Specialists determines when you can have colostomy closure. In general, they perform the procedure once the initial reason for the colostomy resolves, such as recovery from colorectal surgery for colon cancer or diverticulitis.
The skilled doctors at Bayou City Surgical Specialists perform several tests to determine if they can proceed with colostomy closure. Testing may include an endoscopy to evaluate your gastrointestinal tract, X-rays, and blood work.
How do I prepare for colostomy closure?
Bayou City Surgical Specialists provides specific preparation instructions at your presurgical visit so you know how to prepare for your colostomy closure.
You stop eating and drinking at a specific time before surgery and do an enema to clear out waste from the large intestine. You may need to spend a few nights in the hospital following your colostomy closure, so pack a bag of necessities.
Your surgeon also explains the details of your procedure so you know what to expect. The goal of the surgery is to reattach the colon to the anus and close the stoma.
What can I expect during recovery from colostomy closure?
Recovery following colostomy closure varies. It’s not unusual for the bowels to take a little time to restart following surgery, that’s why you stay at the hospital for monitoring. Your surgeon starts you on a liquid diet and slowly advances you to a soft diet as bowel function improves.
It can take up to eight weeks to recover from a colostomy closure. You should notice an improvement in energy and diet tolerance as the weeks pass. Your surgeon at Bayou City Surgical Specialistsschedules routine follow-ups to monitor your progress and adjust your plan.
Call Bayou City Surgical Specialists today or schedule your colostomy closure consultation online.