Continent Ileostomy at Mayo Clinic: Improving Quality of Life for Patients

A continent Ileostomy is an alternative to an external pouch for some patients who have conditions that require an ileostomy. A continent ileostomy creates in internal reservoir and valve from your small bowel for waste that can be emptied several times each day through a catheter. This procedure offers individuals a discreet solution, more control, greater confidence in day-to-day activities, and greater confidence in physical intimacy. Mayo Clinic provides a highly skilled interdisciplinary team to evaluate patients and recommend the most appropriate option.

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