OSTOMY
Providing adequate and timely preoperative education is beneficial in better patient outcomes including decreased anxiety, post operative problems and prolonged hospital stays.
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Education and training: Our ostomy nurse specialist will give the patient detailed information about the ostomy procedure and what to expect during recovery. Patients will also receive training on how to care for their ostomy and manage any related symptoms.
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Stoma marking: Prior to the surgery, the ostomy nurse specialist will mark the location of the stoma on your abdomen, to ensure it is placed in the best possible position.
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Ostomy supplies: Our ostomy nurse specialist will educate the patient about the different type of ostomy pouches and any other supplies that may be needed to care for their new ostomy. Patients will also receive training on how to care for their ostomy.
The goal of pre-operative ostomy preparation is to provide patients with the information and support they need to have a successful procedure and a smooth recovery.
Post-operative ostomy care is an important part of the recovery process, and involves several steps to ensure proper healing and management of the ostomy. Here are some of the key steps involved in post-operative ostomy care:
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Monitoring the stoma: After the procedure, our ostomy nurse specialis will monitor the stoma to ensure proper healing and to check for any signs of infection or complications.
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Ostomy Supplies: Patients will be assisted with ordering their ostomy supplies.
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Ostomy and skin care: The patient will be provided with instructions on how to care for their ostomy, the parastomal skin and surgical wound, including how to change the ostomy pouch, clean the skin and use accessory products.
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Diet and nutrition: Patients may need to make changes to their diet to accommodate the ostomy, and the ostomy nurse specialists will provide guidance on what to eat and what to avoid.
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Adjusting to the ostomy: It can take time to adjust to having an ostomy, and patients may experience a range of emotions during this process. Our ostomy nurse specialists can provide support and resources to help patients through this transition.
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Ostomy pouch maintenance: Patients will need to regularly change and clean the ostomy pouch. Our ostomy nurse specialists will provide instructions on how to do this properly.
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Post-operative ostomy care is an ongoing process, and our ostomy nurse specialist will continue to monitor the patient's progress and provide guidance and support as needed. With proper care and management, most people are able to successfully adjust to life with an ostomy and achieve a good quality of life.