Hi, As mentioned by you, your husband has the recurrence of his colon cancer with possible spread to the lungs. The doctors have suggested a colostomy so that the stools can pass, and gut obstruction, which is again a serious problem, and can be avoided. As per the situation, the surgeons would decide on an end colostomy or a de-functioning colostomy. As you rightly said, you would be able to look after him better and make your lives easier. However, that said, in all probability, the colostomy could be a palliative procedure to prevent gut obstruction. The surgeons treating your husband would be able to explain in detail other aspects of the disease process. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ajit Kumar Varma