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Psychometric Validation of the PHQ-9 in Ostomy Patients and Their Informal Caregivers: Evidence From A European Multicenter Study. [PDF]
ABSTRACT Introduction Depressive symptoms are highly prevalent among individuals with an ostomy and their informal caregivers, negatively affecting quality of life and healthcare outcomes. Although the Patient Health Questionnaire‐9 (PHQ‐9) is widely used for depression screening, its psychometric properties have not previously been examined ...
Iovino P +4 more
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PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to determine ostomy patients' experiences and opinions on protection of privacy during treatment and care. DESIGN: Mixed-methods, descriptive correlational study.
Akyüz, Elif +5 more
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Ostomy and clothing: a primer on developing clothing for people with an ostomy
The ostomy can be understood as a surgery that aims to produce a new path for the exit of feces or urine from the human body. By empirical observation, it is believed that people with ostomy are unattended by the Textile and Apparel Industry. In this sense, this article aims to present the preliminary structure of a booklet for the development of ...
Mariana Luísa Schaeffer Brilhante +4 more
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Algorithmic approaches to ostomy management: An integrative review
Objective The aim of this review is to describe approaches to ostomy management utilizing algorithmic approaches found within the literature. Design An integrative review approach was used based on a modified Cooper's five‐stage research review framework.
Corey Heerschap, Britney Butt
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Peoples’ Experiences With Pouches (PEWP) Study: Ostomate–Provider Interactions
Background: Minimal research focuses on interactions between providers and new ostomy patients. Studies show that provider communication is important for patient health outcomes.
Leslie Riggle Miller MA +1 more
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Development of a home health care service platform for ostomy patient management [PDF]
Purpose The use of an ostomy for urination and defecation leads to reduced quality of life. Although many ostomy management strategies are needed, such strategies are often implemented by patients.
Seongwoo Yang +6 more
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Background Despite advance in care of people with an ostomy, related complications remain prevalent. The objective of this study was to examine short- and long-term healthcare resource utilization and associated costs after ostomy creation.
Eva Carlsson +5 more
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A Retrospective Chart Review of Ostomy Pouching Systems in New Ileostomy Patients: A Sub-Analysis
Background/Objectives: Ostomy creation surgery is a common intervention for patients with conditions such as colorectal cancer, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, or acute events like trauma and gastrointestinal perforation.
Cecilia Zamarripa +4 more
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Background Rectal cancer (RC) surgery often results in permanent colostomy, seriously limiting the quality of life (QOL) in patients in terms of bowel function.
Guojun Tong +8 more
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Background Parastomal hernia (PH) is a common long-term complication in persons with an ostomy. Although the cause of PH may be multifactorial, the surgical technique employed for the creation of a stoma may be a risk factor for the development of PH ...
Peter C. Ambe
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