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. 2004 Jul;6(4):280-4.
doi: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2004.00631.x.

Stoma formation for functional bowel disease

R P Harris  1 , K J Daly, L S Jones, E S Kiff
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Stoma formation for functional bowel disease

R P Harris et al. Colorectal Dis. 2004 Jul.

Abstract

Objective: To assess the results of stoma formation for functional bowel disease.

Methods: A retrospective study of the indications for and complications of stoma formation in this group. A quality of life questionnaire was sent to the group.

Results: A very small proportion of patients with functional bowel disease have a stoma formed (< 1%). Stoma formation is often associated with problems requiring further operations. Their QOL is reported as poor and is improved upon by stoma formation. Most patients with a temporary stoma elected to keep it rather than suffer their previous problems.

Conclusion: Some patients with functional bowel disease can be successfully managed by stoma formation. Their treatment is difficult, emotionally demanding and labour-intensive.

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