Stoma and peristomal complications: Predisposing factors and management.

Studies have suggested that 21-70% of people living with a stoma and undergoing stoma-forming surgery will experience complications (Leenen and Kuypers, 1989; Bass et al, 1997; Shellito, 1998), with the likelihood of problems increasing over time following surgery. Anna Boyles outlines what is consi...

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Published in:Gastrointestinal Nursing Vol. 8; no. 7; pp. 26 - 29
Main Author: Boyles A
Format: pictorial tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Mark Allen Holdings Limited Sep2010
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