Stoma Retraction in Super-Morbidly Obese Patient Leading to Class IV Midline Wound: A Cautionary Tale

• Main Authors: Ryan D Morgan BS (Author), Albin John MBA (Author), Brandon Youssi BS (Author), Shirley McReynolds FNP-C (Author), Yana Puckett MD (Author), Catherine Ronaghan MD (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: SAGE Publishing, 2022-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Stoma creation is often necessary for fecal diversion in general surgery. The creation of stomas involves mobilization of either the large or small intestine through the abdominal wall to allow for the passage of waste that traverses the intestinal tract. Among the complications of stoma creation, p...