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)
Year published
2008
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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 ...
View more >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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View more >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
Subject
Surgery
Nursing