Guest guest Posted December 31, 2003 Report Share Posted December 31, 2003 > Hi everyone. A few months ago someone mentionted having surgery to > have a opening or a stoma inserted so they could use a enema with > stoma cone to empty from the top of the colon. My laxatives are no > longer working anymore. i have considered this surgery but can no > remember the name of it. Can anyone help? > > Sara Hi...I am new to the group, but I believe you are talking about the Antegrade Continence Enema (ACE) Surgical Procedure, or an appendicocecostomy. Sorry I don't know much about it, but have read a few articles suggesting all risks and benefits be evaluated before considering such a surgery. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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