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1St Mark's Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow.
Abstract:
Stomas are encountered by nurses in many different fields and may be newly formed or many years old. Caring for ostomists can be problematic, particularly if complications occur. One of the more common problems for ostomists is excoriated peristomal skin. Sore skin can occur for a number of reasons and the cause can be an indicator for the therapy required. At times the treatment can be simple but often the skills of a stoma specialist nurse are required. This article focuses on some of the more commonly encountered ostomy problems that nurses may be faced with. The potential problems are described and potential treatment options are offered.
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