Stoma Siting Procedure

Marking the site for a stoma preoperatively allows the abdomen to be assessed in a lying, sitting and standing position. Such an assessment allows the determination of the optimal site. This planning can help reduce postoperative problems such as leakage, fitting challenges, need for expensive custom pouches, skin irritation, pain and clothing concerns. Poor placement can cause undue hardship and impact psychological and emotional health. Good placement enhances the likelihood of patient independence in stoma care and resumption of normal activities.

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