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  • Stoma Surgery for Colorectal Cancer A population-based study of patient concerns

    Author(s)
    Lynch, Brigid M
    Hawkes, Anna L
    Steginga, Suzanne K
    Leggett, Barbara
    Aitken, Joanne F
    Griffith University Author(s)
    Chambers, Suzanne K.
    Aitken, Joanne
    Year published
    2008
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    Abstract
    OBJECTIVE: The difficulties and concerns of colorectal cancer patients with an ostomy are not well documented. This study describes the difficulties experienced by colorectal cancer patients with a temporary or permanent ostomy over the 2-year period following their diagnosis. Patients' satisfaction with the information provided to them by their healthcare providers was also assessed. METHODS: Colorectal cancer patients with an ostomy (N 5 332) recruited through a cancer registry completed telephone interviews at approximately 5, 12, and 24 months following diagnosis. RESULTS: Painful or irritated peristomal skin and odor ...
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    OBJECTIVE: The difficulties and concerns of colorectal cancer patients with an ostomy are not well documented. This study describes the difficulties experienced by colorectal cancer patients with a temporary or permanent ostomy over the 2-year period following their diagnosis. Patients' satisfaction with the information provided to them by their healthcare providers was also assessed. METHODS: Colorectal cancer patients with an ostomy (N 5 332) recruited through a cancer registry completed telephone interviews at approximately 5, 12, and 24 months following diagnosis. RESULTS: Painful or irritated peristomal skin and odor and noise from the appliance were the most commonly reported stoma-related difficulties. The proportion of participants reporting these difficulties decreased over time. Provision of preoperative information was comprehensive, and satisfaction with preoperative information was high. However, 34% of patients said they were not seen by an ostomy nurse prior to surgery. CONCLUSIONS: The ostomy nurse may be ideally placed to initiate, develop, and implement survivorship care plans for colorectal cancer patients.
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    Journal Title
    Journal of W O C N
    Volume
    35
    Issue
    4
    DOI
    https://doi.org/10.1097/01.WON.0000326664.78131.1c
    Subject
    Surgery
    Nursing
    Publication URI
    http://hdl.handle.net/10072/23235
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