Colostomy reversal

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Mayo Clinic researchers look at methods to improve surgical techniques and patient outcomes, including colostomy reversal procedures. Their studies also explore ways to enhance quality of life for those with underlying health issues, such as colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, or congenital conditions.

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Colostomy reversal care at Mayo Clinic

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Sept. 26, 2025
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  1. Temporary ostomy. United Ostomy Associations of America. https://www.ostomy.org/temporary-ostomy/. Accessed Aug. 18, 2025.
  2. Reversal of stoma (ileostomy or colostomy). NHS North Bristol. https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/our-services/a-z-services/colorectal-cancer-services-surgery/colorectal-patient-information/reversal-stoma-ileostomy-or-colostomy. Accessed Aug. 18, 2025.
  3. Davis BR, et al. The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons clinical practice guidelines for ostomy surgery. Diseases of the Colon and Rectum. 2022; doi:10.1097/DCR.0000000000002498.
  4. Mishra N, et al eds. Laparoscopic Hartmann’s reversal. In: Handbook of Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery. McGraw Hill; 2024. https://accesssurgery.mhmedical.com. Accessed Aug. 15, 2025.
  5. DeHaan RK, et al. Technical considerations in stoma reversal. Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery. 2023; doi:10.1016/j.scrs.2023.100957.
  6. Li S, et al. Risk factors and incidence of surgical wound infection after stoma reversal: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2025; doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0328344.
  7. Hajibandeh S, et al. Purse-string skin closure versus linear skin closure in people undergoing stoma reversal. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. 2024; doi:10.1002/14651858.CD014763.pub2.
  8. McLemore EC, et al. Same day discharge following elective, minimally invasive, colorectal surgery: A review of enhanced recovery protocols and early outcomes by the SAGES Colorectal Surgical Committee with recommendations regarding patient selection, remote monitoring, and successful implementation. Surgical Endoscopy. 2022; doi:10.1007/s00464-022-09606-y.

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