Topic Overview

Ostomy

An ostomy treats certain diseases of the digestive or urinary systems. Learn about different types of ostomy including colostomy and ileostomy

RehabilitationDigestiveUrinary

Educational information only. This explains health information to discuss with a qualified clinician; it is not a diagnosis, prescription, or treatment. Medical Information & Safety.

Definition

An ostomy treats certain diseases of the digestive or urinary systems. Learn about different types of ostomy including colostomy and ileostomy

Concept record

Canonical title: Ostomy
Alphabetical key: O
Category: Rehabilitation
Content type: Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: None recorded for this concept yet.
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

Nothing on this site is allowed for resale. All materials are for educational purposes only.