LOOP ILEOSTOMIES Meaning and
Definition
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Loop ileostomy is a surgical procedure performed to create an opening between the small intestine and the abdominal wall. It involves forming a loop of the ileum, the last part of the small intestine, and bringing it through a small incision in the abdomen. This procedure allows for the diversion of the stool away from the large intestine and rectum when the normal bowel continuity is disrupted.
Loop ileostomies are typically temporary interventions and are commonly employed in situations where the large intestine needs to be temporarily resting or healing. This may occur in cases where there is inflammation, blockage, infection, or after certain surgical procedures on the gastrointestinal tract. The procedure is relatively less invasive compared to other types of ileostomies, such as an end ileostomy, which involves completely removing a section of the small intestine and creating an opening for waste elimination.
The main characteristic of a loop ileostomy is that it creates two openings, or stomas, on the abdominal surface – one for fecal discharge and the other for mucus drainage. Typically, a pouch or bag is attached over the stoma to collect stool, and it needs to be emptied regularly. After the underlying condition or the reason for the loop ileostomy has been resolved, the procedure can be reversed by surgically reconnecting the divided ends of the intestine, restoring the normal bowel continuity.
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Etymology of LOOP ILEOSTOMIES
The word "loop ileostomies" is a combination of two parts: "loop" and "ileostomy".
- "Loop" refers to a configuration where a loop of the intestine is brought out through the abdominal wall to form an artificial opening known as a stoma. In this context, "loop" is derived from the Old English word "hlup" meaning "loop", "coil", or "ring". The term signifies the shape or arrangement of the intestine in this surgical procedure.
- "Ileostomy" is a compound word comprised of "ileo-" and "-stomy". The prefix "ileo-" is derived from the Latin term "ileum", which refers to the lower part of the small intestine. The suffix "-stomy" is derived from the Greek word "stoma", meaning "mouth" or "opening".
