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, but it can also be caused by bowel obstruction, urinary or faecal incontinence and injury to the digestive or urinary system.
What can cause urostomy?
The most common cause for urostomy is cancer-related removal of the bladder. 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?
An ileostomy is necessary when the large intestine is damaged, or if it has been removed due to cancer or injury. Other causes for ileostomy include Crohn's disease, Diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis and tumours causing blockage of the intestine. A temporary ileostomy can be applied if the large intestine needs to heal after an operation.
What can cause colostomy?
When disease (e.g. cancer) causes part of the colon and large intestine to be removed, colostomy is needed. Other causes could include Crohn´s disease, injury or faecal incontinence. A temporary colostomy can be applied if the large intestine needs to heal after an operation.
