Stigma and Its Influence on Patients With Temporary Ostomy: A Cross-sectional Survey

CONCLUSIONS:
The level of stigma in Chinese patients with temporary ostomies is moderate. Multivariate regression analysis identified family relationship, age, and self-efficacy as the main factors that influenced stigma in patients with temporary ostomy.

Source: Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing - May 1, 2020 Category: Nursing Tags: Ostomy Care Source Type: research