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SMJ // Article

Original Article

The Construction and Care of Ileostomy and Colostomy

Authors: FREDERICK B. CAMPBELL M.D., JOHN G. CAMPBELL M.D., JOE E. HIRSCH M.D.

Abstract

So much depends upon the care of the ileostomy or colostomy insofar as its acceptance by the patient is concerned. At best it is a serious psychologic hurdle. Therefore every attempt must be made to have a properly functioning stoma and one that can be cared for with a minimum of trouble.

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