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Colostomy and stoma

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(a) A colostomy is done in the transverse, descending, or sigmoid colon. Here the red mucosa of the colon is rolled back on itself to create a stoma, which is sutured to the abdominal wall. (b) The patient wears a plastic disposable bag that adheres to the skin to collect feces.  
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