An artificial opening into the colon (through the abdominal wall) is called
A) celiotomy
B) gastrostomy
C) colostomy
D) ileostomy

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A colostomy is an artificial opening into the colon that allows for stool to bypass a portion of the lower intestine. This procedure is usually done after surgery, injury or illness that affects the normal ability of the colon to function. A celiotomy is a surgical incision into the abdominal cavity, a gastrostomy is an artificial opening into the stomach, and an ileostomy is an artificial opening into the small intestine. None of these choices specifically refer to the colon.

An Artificial Opening into the Colon (Through the Abdominal Wall)