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Clin Colon Rectal Surg 2019; 32(04): 314-322
DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1683924
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Ostomy Complications in Crohn's Disease

Armen Aboulian
1   Department of General Surgery, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Woodland Hills, California
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17 June 2019 (online)

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Abstract

Ostomy creation is a routine surgical procedure that has earned its place high in the surgeon's armamentarium in dealing with challenging situations. However, it is not without its complications. In this article, we review the common complications including parastomal hernia, prolapse, mucocutaneous junction separation with ischemia and stenosis, peristomal skin conditions, and infections. Additionally, we review conditions that arise in association with underlying Crohn's disease, such as peristomal inflammation, fistula formation, and pyoderma gangrenosum.

Keywords

Crohn’s disease - ostomy complications - parastomal hernia - stomal prolapse
 

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