Factors affecting the morbidity of colostomy closure

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Abstract
The use of a temporary colostomy is essential in the management of trauma, carcinoma, iatrogenic perforations, diverticulitis and a number of congenital anomalies of the colon. Closure of a colostomy can be associated with a significant complication rate and even mortality and should not be considered a minor procedure. A retrospective study was conducted on 114 patients undergoing closure of colostomy, in which an attempt was made to investigate and single out the factors determining complications of colostomy closure. The results point toward timing and technique of closure as the 2 main factors determining complications associated with colostomy closure.

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