What is a Stoma?

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Updated 02 Nov 2025 618 Ratings
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What's the difference between an ileostomy, colostomy and urostomy? Join Leeanne Johnson as she reviews what a stoma is, the main indications for creating one and some critical considerations for patient education.

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Last updated02 Nov 2025

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