title: Early postoperative complications following ostomy surgery: a review.
abstract: This article reviews early postoperative complications in adults undergoing ostomy surgery. Whether the ostomy is the result of an emergent or elective procedure, the WOC nurse and staff nurses are responsible for monitoring and ensuring quality healthcare for the patient. Nevertheless, many patients undergoing ostomy surgery experience a complication during the early postoperative period. Early postoperative complications not only influence immediate postoperative care but may also impact quality of life for the person living with an ostomy. Keen assessment skills, early recognition of signs and symptoms of a complication, and prompt interventions are crucial to maintaining a viable stoma and a successful surgical outcome.
authors.affiliation: Acute Care, Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington, Pennsylvania 19001, USA. dbutler@amh.org
authors.forename: Doris L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Butler
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D003251:Constriction, Pathologic / Q000209:etiology; D017281:Cost of Illness; D042241:Early Diagnosis; D004766:Enterostomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D007410:Intestinal Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D009336:Necrosis; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D011391:Prolapse; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D013529:Surgical Wound Dehiscence / Q000209:etiology; D014547:Urinary Diversion / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing