Ostomy
A surgically created opening from an internal organ to the body surface.
An ostomy is a surgically created opening that diverts stool or urine to the body surface through a stoma. A healthy stoma is pink-to-red and moist; a pale, dusky, or black stoma signals compromised circulation and is an emergency. Empty the pouch when it is one-third to one-half full and protect the peristomal skin with barrier products.
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