Indications for Colostomy

Question 1

Explain rationale for temporary diversion when pt has anastomosis under tension or massive intraabdominal infection; know options for temporary diversion:
Double barrel colostomy
Hartman’s pouch
Anastomosis w/ proximal loop colostomy or ileostomy

Answer 1

Double barrel colostomy
Hartman’s pouch
Anastomosis w/ proximal loop colostomy or ileostomy

Question 2

Diverticular disease: basic pathology, preventative care and management, indications for surgical intervention and for fecal diversion

Answer 2

x

Question 3

Indications for permanent colostomy (cancer of distal rectum)

Answer 3

x

Question 4

Know the following terms:
AP Resection
Lower Anterior Resection
Hartman's Pouch
Double Barreled Colostomy (proximal colostomy w/ distal mucous fistula)

Answer 4

Lower Anterior Resection
Hartman’s Pouch
Double Barreled Colostomy (proximal colostomy w/ distal mucous fistula)