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Summary of treatments for stoma necrosis
| Type of treatment | Indications | Drawbacks |
|---|---|---|
| Non-operative management | Superficial or small deep necrosis |
Risk of mucocutaneous separation Risk of stenosis Patient discomfort |
| Emergency surgical treatment | Deep necrosis (below the fascia) with signs of intra-abdominal contamination | Risk of surgical and non-surgical complications |
| Elective surgical treatment | Deep necrosis (above the fascia) | Risk of surgical and non-surgical complications |
