I was diverted to a permanent ileostomy and then 6 months later had everything removed. My ileostomy stayed at the same site but she made it stick out a little further.
My surgeon said the removal surgery had to be done open. I would guess they could fix your hernia as long as you are opened up. Might as well get all you can out of being put under. I also have several hernia belts. Did anyone ever suggest you wear them?