Abdominal Wall Modification for the Difficult Ostomy

ABSTRACT

A select group of patients with major stomal problems may benefit from operative modification of the abdominal wall. Options may include a modified abdominoplasty (abdominal wall contouring), localized flaps, or liposuction. Although frequently successful, these techniques have the potential for significant morbidity.

KEYWORDS

Colostomy - ileostomy - stoma - complications - abdominal wall contouring

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