Management of Colorectal Cancer Patients Undergoing a Colonic Stenting: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach.

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Oncology
• Surgical Innovation

Background:

• Colorectal cancer frequently causes large bowel obstruction, necessitating effective interventions.
• Colonic stenting is a key therapeutic option for managing such obstructions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the epidemiological and clinical outcomes of colonic stent procedures over 10 years.
• To assess the role of nursing care and patient satisfaction in colonic stenting.
• To analyze survival rates in palliative versus preoperative stenting groups.

Main Methods:

• Retrospective analysis of 102 colorectal cancer patients undergoing colonic stenting (10-year data).
• Prospective evaluation of nursing roles and patient satisfaction.
• Comparison of survival times between palliative and preoperative patient groups.

Main Results:

• Male patients (2:1 ratio) were more prevalent. Survival was 3 months (palliative) vs. 28 months (preoperative).
• Nursing care focused on a multidisciplinary safety culture, leading to high patient satisfaction.
• The procedure demonstrated high technical and clinical success.

Conclusions:

• Colonic stenting is a successful and high-quality intervention for colorectal cancer with bowel obstruction.
• A multidisciplinary team approach enhances patient safety and satisfaction.
• The procedure significantly improves survival for select patient groups.