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Association Between Socioeconomic Position and Diagnosis, Treatment and Survival of Patients With Stage I–III Rectal Cancer in the Netherlands

International Journal of Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Socioeconomic position (SEP) influences cancer care and outcomes, even in countries with government‐funded healthcare. This population‐based study examined associations between SEP, rectal cancer care and survival of patients in the Netherlands.
Suzanne E. N. de Vries, Felice N. van Erning, Mieke J. Aarts, Alice M. Couwenberg, Laskarina J. K. Galanos, Irene E. G. van Hellemond, Ignace H. J. T. de Hingh, Robin Lurvink, Iris D. Nagtegaal, Johannes H. W. de Wilt, Marloes A. G. Elferink   +10 more
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Transverse Colostomy Differs in Outcomes Compared to Sigmoid Colostomy: A Cohort Analysis

, 2022
Purpose Our aim was to identify any differences in outcomes following transverse versus sigmoid colostomy creation for management of cancer. Methods Transverse and sigmoid colostomies are used to manage cancer-related complications including obstruction,
Lim Yi Ting, Tharun Ragupathi, James Wai Kit Lee, Ridzuan Farouk, Ng Jing Yu, Frances Lim, Mun Yit Cheung Dylen, Chong Choon Seng   +7 more
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Emergencies in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Muscle &Nerve, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Emergencies are frequent in people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (pALS), especially as the disease progresses, and can necessitate urgent evaluation and intervention. Progressive weakness in ALS inevitably increases fall risk, making discussion of fall prevention strategies integral to caring for pALS.
S. Pinar Uysal, Katherine A. Dudley, Stacey Sullivan, Kate T. Brizzi, Katherine M. Burke, Sydney Hall, Kiersten Pease, Joshua N. Goldstein, James D. Berry, Doreen T. Ho   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Colostomy for Fournier's gangrene with rectum exposure

, 2022
Fournier's gangrene (FG) can be treated with prompt surgical debridement. Stoma revision has also been performed to prevent fecal contamination. However, recent advances in stool and wound management have reduced the need for colostomy.
Kiyoko Fukui, Kentaro Yoshino, Masaki Fujioka, Marie Idemitsu   +3 more
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Elective colostomy closure in an AIDS patient. [PDF]

, 1994
This article describes a 27-year-old patient with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) who underwent emergency sigmoid colostomy, Hartmann\u27s pouch, and presacral drainage for rectal perforation.
Pasquale, Michael D, MD, FACS, FCCM, Holt, R W, Kenkel, J M   +2 more
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Management of ketogenic diet therapy in patients with ileostomy: A report of 2 cases

Nutrition in Clinical Practice, EarlyView.
Abstract This case series explores the feasibility and clinical considerations of implementing the ketogenic diet therapy (KDT) for epilepsy management in patients with ileostomies. Two pediatric patients with medication‐resistant epilepsy and ileostomies continued KDT under clinical supervision.
Braden J. Baker, Abigail E. Olbina, Marissa A. Godfrey, Annie E. Graber, Taylor N. Parrish, Sarah Isis R. Delima   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Education of patient with colostomy.

, 2022
This bachelor thesis focuses on the process and the contribution of knowledge in the education of the colostomy patient from the perspective of nurses and colostomists.
KŘÍŽOVÁ, Jana
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Knowledge, Attitude, Perceived Responsibilities, and Associated Factors Regarding Colostomy Care Among Nurses Working in Surgical Units at Amhara Region General and Referral Hospitals, Ethiopia: A Mixed Method Study

Nursing: Research and Reviews, 2022
Tsegaye Eneyew Tiruneh,1 Girma Alem,2 Mekuanint Taddele,3 Zewedu Minewey Tizazu,1 Fasil Kefale Minale,1 Kasaye Demeke Alemu4 1Department of Nursing, Debre Markos Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Debre Markos, Ethiopia; 2Department of Nursing College ...
Tiruneh TE, Alem G, Taddele M, Tizazu ZM, Minale FK, Alemu KD   +5 more
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The Colostomy Complications in Anorectal Malformation: A Retrospective Study

Journal of Coloproctology, 2021
Background A colostomy is a surgical approach that creates an opening for the colon, or/and large intestine through the abdomen. Anorectal malformations are a group of abnormalities of the rectum and anus that are present at birth.
Mohammed Ali Hamdi, Wamedh Mustafa Mohamed, Usama Faris Taha Al-Ani   +2 more
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Physiological Emergency Surgery Acuity Score Predicts Mortality and Anastomotic Leak in Emergency Laparotomy: An External Validation Study

World Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.
PESAS demonstrates good discrimination, calibration‐in‐the‐large, and net benefit as an ordinal risk stratification tool for prediction of 30‐day mortality among patients undergoing emergency laparotomy, with exploratory analysis suggesting promise for predicting anastomotic leak.
Wade Hopper, Anthony J. Duncan, Mentor Ahmeti   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source