Open AccessIndications and Complications of Stoma Formations in Emergency Surgery
Author(s) -
Mürşit Dinçer,
Gamze Çıtlak
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
international journal of innovative research in medical science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2455-8737
DOI - 10.23958/ijirms/vol04-i02/580
Subject(s) - stoma (medicine) , medicine , emergency surgery , colorectal cancer , stage (stratigraphy) , surgery , general surgery , cancer , paleontology , biology
Colorectal cancers are the second leading cause of cancer death in Europe. Colonic emergencies are associated with high morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study was to discuss the ostomy indications, stoma preferences and the early stage results of these operations. Methods: The cases who underwent emergency operation were investigated retrospectively. Demographic characteristics, surgical indications, preferred type of stoma, postoperative early stage complications were analyzed. Results and Conclusion: As a result, the stoma still maintains its importance in colorectal surgery. Frequencies are preferred to minimize morbidity in emergency surgery procedures. The operations at the right time with the right indications are life-saving.