A systematic review of patient risk factors for complications following stoma formation among adults undergoing colorectal surgery

ConclusionGiven the large number of risk factors identified, the implementation of a risk stratification tool may decrease the incidence and prevalence of stoma complication development. This, in turn, would decrease the associated healthcare-related costs, and negative impact on mortality, length of stay and quality of life.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research