Question: Has anyone had a stoma revision to release mesh and extend the stoma? What was the recovery like?
Answer: Based on the forum discussions, here is a summary of advice and experiences related to stoma revision surgery:
- Hospital Stay: For a straightforward stoma revision, the hospital stay can range from same-day discharge to a few days, depending on the complexity and any complications. Your surgeon's estimate of 1-2 days is consistent with other experiences shared in the forums.
- Recovery Time: Recovery can vary, but many report returning to light activities within a few weeks. Full recovery and return to normal activities may take longer, especially if there are additional complications or if the surgery involves more extensive procedures.
- Pain Management: Pain is generally less severe than the initial ostomy surgery. Some members suggest that pain is manageable with standard post-operative medications, and an epidural can be beneficial if a full midline laparotomy is involved.
- Surgical Details: If the revision involves releasing mesh and pulling the stoma out further, it is similar to other revisions where the stoma is repositioned or refashioned. This type of revision is often less invasive than initial surgeries.
- Post-Op Care: Expect some soreness, especially around the incision site. It's important to avoid heavy lifting and to follow your surgeon's advice on activity levels.
- Appliance Management: You may need to adjust your appliance setup post-revision, as the stoma's size and shape may change. Keeping a variety of supplies on hand and consulting with an ostomy nurse can be helpful.
- General Advice: Take recovery slowly and focus on gradual improvement. Community support can be valuable, and reaching out for advice or reassurance is encouraged.
Overall, your experience may align with these general insights, but individual recovery can vary. It's important to follow your surgeon's specific guidance and communicate any concerns during your recovery process.
Check out these links for more information:
- Stoma Revision Surgery - Questions and Experiences (January 28, 2023)
- Stoma Revision Recovery Time? (September 11, 2011)
- Stoma Revision Experience: Recovery and Pain Management (January 31, 2023)
- I've Got My Date to Refashion My Retracted Stoma in Just Over 2 Weeks! (August 30, 2023)
- Stoma Revision Experience and Recovery Tips? (August 26, 2024)
- Stoma Relocation Surgery - Recovery Time & Incision Details? (April 25, 2020)
- Advice on Ostomy Revision Surgery Recovery & Expectations? (November 18, 2021)
- Surgery Options for Recessed Stoma Issues (March 04, 2025)
- Stoma Revision - Surgery Experience and Some Challenges (January 09, 2020)
- Worried About Healing and Stoma Care After Revision Surgery (April 20, 2025)
