Abstract
A temporary colostomy should be closed when it is no longer needed. Anastomotic healing and absence of a distal obstruction should be demonstrated by contrast studies. Suitably prepared patients may undergo colostomy closure as early as 2–3 weeks after surgery.
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(2006). Closure of Temporary Colostomy. In: Scott-Conner, C.E.H. (eds) Chassin’s Operative Strategy in Colon and Rectal Surgery. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-68370-6_16
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