UOAA Discussion Board

Is there an internal pouch option for a person with a non-functioning rectum?

You might want to see if a Continent Ileostomy - a Kock Pouch or BCIR - would work for you.

Yes a KPouh was recommended by my doctor, but I am exploring all options.

When it was discovered that my rectum wasn't working, the response of 2 doctors was that I get an illeostomy, which I have right now. No problems, just "green grassing", I guess.

Thanks for your response.

Liza,

I had an Ileostomy for 13 years before having it changed to a Kock Pouch. I'd be glad to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me.

I have had a ileostomy for about uhmmm 40 years, yup(from cancer). And I have a urinary Kock Pouch.

Hi Liza, you have an ileostomy now? If you are just having rectal issues, they can close it up. I'm having this done next week. They left a small sinus track open and I have bleeding and mucous. Or do you have a jpouch that is not working properly?

If you are looking into a kock pouch or bcir -then create an internal pouch that collects the stool. You'll still have a stoma, but it's set lower on your stomach and is flat. You'd insert a catheter into the stoma to empty the poo from the pouch. I assume during that surgery, they will close up your anal track as well.

Liza;

Go to bcir.com for answers to your questions. At that web site you can order a video and also a number to call for additional information.

Ray