There are quite a few medical conditions that can cause ostomy surgery. It can be the result of an operation to remove disease such as cancer, Crohn's disease or Diverticulitis. The surgery could also be performed because of a bowel obstruction, urinary or faecal incontinence or an injury to the digestive or urinary system.
What can cause urostomy surgery?
The most common reason for urostomy surgery is cancer-related removal of the bladder. A urostomy can however also be caused by accidental damage, severe kidney disease, urinary incontinence or surgical complications because of pelvic or abdominal surgery.
What can cause ileostomy surgery?
An ileostomy is necessary when the large intestine is damaged, or if it has been removed due to cancer or injury. Other reasons for ileostomy surgery include Crohn's disease, Diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis and tumours causing blockage of the intestine. A temporary ileostomy can also be applied if the large intestine needs to heal after an operation.
What can cause colostomy surgery?
When disease such as cancer causes part of the colon and large intestine to be removed, a colostomy is needed. Other reasons for colostomy surgery could include Crohn´s disease, injury or faecal incontinence. A temporary colostomy can also be applied if the large intestine needs to heal after an operation.
