Living with a stoma: a review of the literature
- 12 January 2005
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in Journal of Clinical Nursing
- Vol. 14 (1), 74-81
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2702.2004.00945.x
Abstract
This systematic review looks at the psychological and social impact of stoma surgery on peoples' lives.The formation of a stoma can have a negative effect on a person's quality of life and affect lifestyle in a number of ways.The review examines nursing literature from 1990 to date and focuses on how stoma patients' lives are affected by the presence of a stoma. It informs nursing practice so nurses are better able to help individuals improve, maintain or recover their health following ostomy surgery.The findings of the review indicate that stoma surgery can impact on individuals' lives in many different ways.Knowledge of the problems stoma patients can experience can help nurses plan care in an individualized way. Recommendations for nursing practice and future research are made.Keywords
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