Ostomy News and Information

An ileostomy pouch, also known as an ostomy pouch or stoma pouch, is a medical device used to collect waste after a person undergoes an ileostomy surgery. An ileostomy is a surgical procedure that inv … read more

Ostomy surgery is an intestinal or urinary diversion surgery done as a result of a trauma to the body. An opening in the gastrointestinal or urinary tract is created to provide an alternate route … read more

A good article by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center as a patient guide for ileostomates and colostomates.  It has basic tips for care, nutrition info, and a brief part on lifestyle issues fa … read more