Exploring the needs of ostomy and ileoanal pouch patients

Demystifying research in stoma care: when and how to use studies

CASTOMized project: a new comprehensive collaborative approach between case manager and stoma care nurse

Novel digital leakage notification system can promote better stoma management routines: a multicentre clinical trial

The study was carried out in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki and was approved byWest Midlands–South Birmingham Research Ethics Committee (IRAS Project-ID: 297458). It was registered on...

Novel digital leakage notification system can promote better stoma management routines: a multicentre clinical trial

The study was carried out in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki and was approved byWest Midlands–South Birmingham Research Ethics Committee (IRAS Project-ID: 297458). It was registered on...

Enhancing patient outcomes through proactive stoma care

Mrs Green was diagnosed with transverse myelitis in 2015 which resulted in the formation of a colostomy and a urostomy. Transverse myelitis is a rare neurological disorder that occurs when the spinal...

Evaluation of a pouching system with a concave contour for people with an outward peristomal body profile

This product evaluation was designed to evaluate use patterns with a one-piece concave pouching system in people with an outward peristomal body profile, who chose to use the product. Wear time of the...

A chance to appreciate other cultures and practices

‘Sharing experiences with nurses residing in other countries is such a rewarding experience. It enriches nursing practice’ .

Raising the voice of specialist stoma care nurses: a call for a national strategy in stoma care

Specialist stoma care nurses (SSCNs) are no exception regarding having this positive impact, being experienced and highly educated professionals in an autonomous nursing role.

Survivor to thriver: identifying and overcoming the psychological effects of a stoma

A number of studies have focused on the negative psychological impact stoma forming surgery can have on a patient. These studies consistently highlight four key areas of concern:.

Postoperative education and information-giving for the individual undergoing elective ostomy surgery

Stoma education was traditionally provided in the postoperative period and a large amount of professional effort has been put into patient education and training over the years. ASCN UK produced Stoma...

Colostomy irrigation: implementing structured protocol-led follow-up

Colostomy irrigation is a procedure that involves introducing water into the large intestine through the colostomy opening to help empty the bowel. It requires the instillation of 500-1000 ml of...