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Stoma Care

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ISBN-10: 0470031778

ISBN-13: 9780470031773

Edition: 2008

Authors: Jennie Burch

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'Stoma Care' is a guide for all nurses and health care professionals with an interest in bowel conditions that may lead to stoma formation. It explores the anatomy and physiology of the urinary and gastrointestinal system, and looks at topics including familial adenomatous polyposis and continence issues.
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List price: $84.95
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 11/23/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 332
Size: 5.98" wide x 9.02" long x 0.71" tall
Weight: 1.056
Language: English

List of Contributors
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction
Stomas: The Past, Present and Future
Introduction
The history of stomas
Stomas
Stoma care nursing
Roles of the stoma specialist nurse
Present day stoma care
Support groups
The future of stoma care
References
Anatomy and Physiology of the Urinary and Gastrointestinal System
Introduction
The skin
Wound healing process
The abdominal wall
The peritoneum
The gastrointestinal tract
The digestive process
The bowel wall
Blood supply
Lymphatic supply
Mouth
Oesophagus
Stomach
Small intestine
Duodenum
Jejunum and ileum
Large intestine
Caecum
Ascending colon
Transverse colon
Descending colon
Sigmoid colon
Rectum
Anal canal
Accessory organs associated with the GI tract
The liver
The gallbladder
The pancreas
The spleen
Urinary system
References
Colorectal Cancer and Adjunct Therapy
Introduction
Incidence
Possible causal factors
Symptoms and clinical presentations
Assessment, staging investigations and the multidisciplinary team
Multidisciplinary team
Pre-operative staging
Surgery
Histopathology
Adjuvant chemotherapy
Effects of chemotherapy on stomas
Radiotherapy
Palliative chemotherapy
Surveillance and follow-up
Screening
Conclusion
Further information and websites
References
Further Reading
Infl ammatory Bowel Disease
Introduction
Croh's disease
Ulcerative colitis
Infl ammatory bowel disease statistics
Signs and symptoms for ulcerative colitis
Croh's disease: signs and symptoms
Aetiology of IBD
Diagnosing IBD
Medical therapy for IBD
Dietary therapy for IBD
Surgery for Croh's disease
Surgery for ulcerative colitis
Malignancy in ulcerative colitis
Malignancy in Croh's disease
Extra-intestinal manifestations
Other medical issues in IBD
Fertility in IBD
Patient education
Conclusion
References
Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
Introduction
The Polyposis Registry and research
Diagnosing FAP
Bowel screening of relatives at-risk;
Surgery
Colectomy with IRA
Restorative proctocolectomy
Total/panproctocolectomy
Upper GI disease
Extra-colonic manifestations (ECMs)
Desmoid disease
An accessible expert centre
References
Continence
Introduction
Normal bladder and bowel control
Risk factors for incontinence
Obstetric trauma to the pelvic floor
Age
Investigations
Treatment of incontinence
Practical management
Surgical interventions
Conclusion
Useful websites
References
Other Conditions Leading to Stoma Formation
Introduction
Congenital malformations/anomalies
Cystic fi brosis
Diverticular disease
Ehlers Danlos
Gynaecological tumour
Hereditary non-polyposis colon cancer (HNPCC)
Hirschsprun's disease
Interstitial cystitis
Intussusception
Irradiation damage
Ischaemic bowel
Meconium ileus
Megarectum
Necrotising enterocolitis
Necrotising fasciitis
Obstruction
Perforated bowel
Solitary rectal ulcer
Spina bifida
Spinal cord injury
Trauma
Visceral myopathy
Volvulus
Conclusion
References
Surgery
Introduction
Temporary stomas
Permanent stomas
Stoma formation
Surgical technique
Surgical alternatives
Complications
Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS)
Conclusion
References and further reading
Pre- and Post-operative Care
Introduction
Referral to health care professionals
Pre-operative assessment and investigations
Pre-operative information
Bowel preparation
Meeting another ostomate
Informed consent
Stoma siting assessment
Cultural/religious issues related to siting
Stoma siting
Pre-operative fasting
Post-operative aims
Post-operative care
Blood tests
Nausea and vomiting
Nutrition
Post-operative analgesia
Post-operative exercises
Post-operative appliances
Post-operative stoma assessment
Normal stomas
Normal stoma outputs
Post-operative urostomies
Post-operative faecal stomas
Wound care
Post-operative stoma care teaching
Teaching plan
Stoma closure
Small bowel obstruction
Wound infection
Abdominal sepsis
References
Intestinal Pouches
Introduction
The coloanal or colonic Jpouch
The Kock pouch/reservoir
The ileoanal pouch
Patient suitability and selection
The S;, J or W pouch
Pre-operative counselling (surgical vs. medical approach)
Post-operative care
Anal skin care
Fertility, pregnancy and childbirth
Pouch absorption and diet
Problems following RPC
Research and current development
Laparoscopic surgery
Probiotics
Quality of life
Nursing developments
References
Urinary Diversion
Introduction
Reasons for urinary diversion
Urostomy
Colonic conduit
The ileal conduit
Internal urinary pouches
Neobladder
Urinary drainage
The Mainz Sigma II pouch (modified ureterosigmoidostomy)
Support groups
References
Appliances
Introduction
History of stoma care products
Modern pouches
Colostomy appliances
Ileostomy appliances
Urostomy appliances
Additional drainage bags
One- and two-piece appliances
Adhesive coupling system
Toilet fl ushable colostomy appliances
Stoma caps
Stoma plug
Appliances for high-output stomas
Fistula appliances
Convex fl anges
Stoma accessories
Protective wafers/sheets
Skin cleansers
Paste
Seals and washers
Flange securing tape
Ostomy belts
Adhesive
Adhesive removers
Odour treatment options
Protective powder
Protective film
Protective cream
Pancaking prevention agents
Discharge solidifying agents
Pouch clips and soft ties
Pouch covers
Flatus fi lters
Hernia support garments
Protective shields
Clothing
Stoma appliance costing
Conclusion
References
Discharge to the Community
Introduction
Discharge criteria
Stoma supplies
Disposal of appliances
Obtaining further supplies
Nurse prescribing
Appliances
Follow-up visits
Post-operative psychological adjustment
Returning to work
Resuming social activities and hobbies
Exercises
Driving
Clothing
Alcohol
Support garments
Travel
Long-term follow-up
References
Nutrition
Introduction
Digestion and absorption of nutrients
The Balance of Good Health; Colostomy
Dietary management of functional problems post-colostomy formation
Ileostomy
Dietary management of functional problems post-ileostomy formation
Ileoanal pouch
Dietary management of functional problems post-ileoanal pouch formation
Urostomy
Dietary management of functional problems following urostomy formation
Peri-operative nutrition
Provision of nutrition support
Monitoring
Conclusion
References
Further Reading
Complications
Introduction
Short-term complications
Long-term complications
Allergy and skin sensitivities
Bleeding
Cancer recurrence locally
Croh's disease
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Discolouration of the stoma
Flatus
Granulomas/overgranulation
Hernia
High-output stoma
Ileus paralytic ileus
Infection
Melanosis coli
Mucocutaneous separation
Necrosis
Obstruction
Odour
Pancaking
Phantom bladder/rectum
Prolapse
Pyoderma gangrenosum
Retraction
Skin problems
Stenosis
Stoma trauma
Urine crystal formation
Varices
Conclusion
References
Fistulae and Intestinal Failure
Introduction
Defi ning fi stulae
Intestinal failure
Parenteral nutrition (PN)
Fistuloclysis
Conclusion
References
Bowel Irrigation
Introduction
Rectal irrigation
Colonic irrigation
Colostomy irrigation
Travel
Antegrade colonic enemas (ACEs)
Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy (PEC)
Conclusion
References
Other Stoma Issues
Introduction
Age related issues
Drugs
Exercise
Psychological issues
Body image
Sexual issues
Specialist clothing
Toilet access
Cultural issues
Religious issues
Travel
Quality of life
Conclusion
References
Index