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Other operations on small and large intestine: Other intestinal reconstruction: Removal of a reservoir: Open surgical with extirpation of the anus and end colostomy

In the past your intestine was made into a sort of pocket to store the intestine’s contents. This pocket has now been removed and replaced by an artificial anus.

Food is normally stored and broken down in the stomach. The food then passes through the small intestine to the large intestine. At the end of the large intestine is the rectum. The intestine’s contents are stored in the rectum and then excreted via the anus.

An artificially created pocket in the intestine aims to replace the storage function. This type of pocket is also known as a reservoir or a pouch. The intestine’s contents are collected in a pocket like this before they are moved further along.

This artificial pocket has now been removed. A small incision was also made in your abdominal wall. The end of your large intestine was then stitched to the hole. The intestinal waste comes out through this artificial outlet of the intestine. Your rectum has been removed and your anus has been sewn shut.

The operation opened up your abdomen by cutting through your skin.

Additional indicator

If necessary, additional letters are appended to OPS codes to indicate which side of the body is affected.

  • L: Left
  • R: Right
  • B: Both sides

Further information

Note

Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the OPS code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.

Source

Provided by the non-profit organization “Was hab’ ich?” gemeinnützige GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Health (BMG).