While a support belt may allow surgery to be delayed, repair of this hernia can be quite successful. Moving the stoma to another area of the abdomen is the procedure that meets with the most success. Repairing the hernia locally while leaving the stoma in the same location is advantageous in certain situations, but is not quite as successful in the long run. I recommend you consult with a colon and rectal surgeon for the best possible advice. Dr. Rafferty's response have been edited for publication purposes.
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