What Are the Different Types of Stomas?

The three types of stoma are: Colostomy, Ileostomy and Urostomy. In a colostomy operation, part of your colon is brought to the surface of your abdomen to form the stoma. A colostomy is usually created on the left-hand side of your abdomen.

Are there different types of stoma?

There are three main types of stoma related to the digestive and urinary system - these are: colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy.

What are the different types of stoma bags?

The three types of ostomy bags are colostomy bags, ileostomy bags, and urostomy bags. A colostomy is a surgically created opening into the colon through the abdomen.

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