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The entire colon and rectum are removed and a small opening, about the size of a quarter, called an ileostomy is made in the lower right corner of the abdominal wall. The small intestine is then connected to this opening and a colostomy bag is worn over the opening to collect waste. The patient then empties the bag about four times a day.
