👉 The term "sigmoidostomy" refers to a surgical procedure that involves inserting a small tube into the rectum to drain blood and waste products from the anus. The purpose of this surgery is to improve bowel function in patients with rectal prolapse, which can cause difficulty with defecation and constipation. During the surgery, the patient will be placed under general anesthesia and an incision will be made in the lower abdomen to expose the rectum. A small tube called a sigmoidostomy
