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Social connectivity in those 24 months or less postsurgery.
1Department of Global Clinical Research, Hollister Incorporated, Libertyville, IL 60048, USA. thomas.nichols@hollister.com
Summary
Social isolation impacts adults with ostomies, correlating with lower life satisfaction and emotional support. Nursing interventions can improve outcomes for ostomy patients.
Area of Science:
- Medical and Health Sciences
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Social isolation is a significant concern for individuals with ostomies.
- Understanding the factors influencing social connectivity and life satisfaction in this population is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of social isolation among adults with ostomies.
- To identify factors influencing social isolation and life satisfaction in adults with ostomies.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey of 560 adults with ostomies in North America and the UK, less than 24 months post-surgery.
- Data extracted from the Ostomy Comprehensive Health and Life Assessment electronic database.
- Participants categorized into socially isolated/dissatisfied and socially connected/satisfied groups.
Main Results:
- Social isolation is significantly correlated with lower life satisfaction and reduced emotional support.
- Differences in body image perception were observed between socially isolated and connected groups.
- Pre- and postoperative nursing interventions were found to significantly influence outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Social isolation is present in adults with ostomies and linked to diminished life satisfaction and emotional support.
- Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) nurses and clinicians can integrate counseling to mitigate the negative impact of social isolation.
- Addressing social connectivity is vital for improving the quality of life for individuals with ostomies.
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