What type of ostomy is a cystectomy mainly associated with?

A cystectomy, which is the surgical removal of the bladder, is primarily associated with a urostomy. This procedure is necessary when the bladder is removed due to conditions such as cancer or severe bladder dysfunction. The urostomy allows urine to bypass the bladder by creating a new pathway for urine to exit the body.

In a urostomy, a small section of the intestine is used to divert urine from the kidneys to an opening in the abdominal wall, where a stoma is created. This enables patients to collect urine in an external pouch, as the natural storage function of the bladder is no longer available.

The other types of ostomies listed do not relate directly to bladder removal. An end ileostomy is more associated with diseases of the colon or rectum, such as inflammatory bowel disease, while a colostomy typically involves creating a stoma from the colon for fecal diversion. A loop ileostomy, a temporary stoma formed from the ileum, serves to divert stool and is also not relevant to bladder procedures. Understanding the role of a urostomy in managing urinary output after a cystectomy is vital for effective ostomy care and patient education.