There are two types of ileostomy. The loop ileostomy is usually temporary, a fast procedure performed as a life-saving measure to protect anastomoses — bowel rejoinings — which are prone to leakage. A later operation can make this operation permanent or reverse it, depending on the patient's condition.

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