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F R Sykes

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Transcutaneous defunctioning colostomy.

The technique is described for constructing an occlusive tube colostomy which requires no second operative procedure for closure. The advantages of this method are discussed and it is recommended as a superior alternative to loop colostomy or caecostomy for defunctioning the unobstructed distal bowel.

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