Intestinal Stoma
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An intestinal stoma is a surgically created opening in the abdomen that connects the intestine to the outside to allow bowel movements to exit into a special bag. It can be temporary or permanent, depending on each person's situation.
Why is it done? It is part of the management of various conditions of the digestive system when it is necessary to divert or protect a stretch of the intestine.
General care: It requires attention to the skin around the stoma and management of the bag, with guidance from the health care team.
Which specialist treats it? The general surgeon and the proctologist perform and provide follow-up for the stoma. Addressing your questions with a professional helps you adapt with greater confidence and take care of your daily well-being.
Data on 441 doctors who treat intestinal stoma
Which specialist treats intestinal stoma?
An intestinal stoma is mainly managed by a General Surgeon, with support from a Colorectal Specialist for ongoing care; if the stoma is related to a tumor, an Oncologist may also be involved.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in intestinal stoma
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Jose Luis Zamora Mendez
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Lauro Ramos Dahuss
Dr. Feliciano Ramon Medellin Rodriguez
Dr. Samuel Ramos Linaje
Dr. Hector Carlos Carrizales Torres
Dr. Luis Miguel Garza Huerta
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. Luis Ernesto Maldonado Villela
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Sergio Martinez Z.
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Luis Mario Guerrero Camarena
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Frequently asked questions
What is intestinal stoma?
An intestinal stoma is a surgically created opening in the abdomen that connects the intestine to the outside to allow bowel movements to exit into a special bag. It can be temporary or permanent, depending on each person's situation.
Which doctor treats intestinal stoma?
An intestinal stoma is mainly managed by a General Surgeon, with support from a Colorectal Specialist for ongoing care; if the stoma is related to a tumor, an Oncologist may also be involved.