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Advantages of BCIR

September 27, 2017  ·  By: Dr. Don Schiller

If you need an ostomy, you can choose from several different options. Each of these options offers different advantages and disadvantages. However, after reviewing all of these options carefully, many patients discover that the advantages of BCIR make it the best choice. Below is some information about this procedure and its advantages. 

What Is BCIR?

The Barnett Continent Intestinal Reservoir is a specific type of ostomy designed with the patient’s comfort and convenience in mind. During this procedure, the surgeon will take a small portion of your small intestine and use it to create an internal reservoir, or pouch, as well as a nipple valve. This pouch will store waste, and the nipple valve will be used to release it. The nipple valve is connected to a small ostomy in the lower part of your abdomen. When you want to empty the reservoir, you will simply insert a thin catheter into the valve and allow the waste to flow into the toilet. 

Advantages

The BCIR offers several advantages over other ostomy options, including:

  • Control – With BCIR, you have complete control over the elimination of waste. Unlike a conventional ileostomy, which allows waste to flow continuously, BCIR gives you freedom. 
  • No external collection bag – Another advantage of BCIR over conventional ileostomy is the elimination of the external collection bag, which can be awkward and unsightly. 
  • No leakage – The BCIR’s nipple valve is self-sealing when it isn’t in use, which means you won’t have to worry about the leakage of gas or waste from the stoma. 
  • Fewer trips to the bathroom – Although the ileoanal J-pouch eliminates the need for an external collection bag, you will need to eliminate waste several times each day, and you won’t be able to wait long after feeling the urge. The BCIR, however, requires only three to five empties daily. In addition, you will be able to put off emptying the reservoir until it is convenient for you. 

How to Learn More

If you are interested in learning more about the advantages of the BCIR, please contact Dr. Don Schiller today to make an appointment. 

Retirement Announcement

Dr. Don Schiller has retired from his practice involving BCIR and Kock Pouch surgery. To find a surgeon who can help you, go to www.qla-ostomy.org and click on the tab Medical Info and you will see a Directory of all the surgeons in the country who perform Continent Ileostomy surgery.

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