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Caring for ostomates through chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a difficult time for anyone, but it can be particularly challenging for your stoma patients.

77.5% of ostomies are a result of cancer and 86% of individuals reported at least one side effect related to chemotherapy treatment

Whether your patients are adjusting to life with a new stoma, or have an established stoma care routine, chemotherapy adds an extra layer of complexity that can be difficult for them to manage – both mentally and physically. The direct side-effects of chemotherapy can be overwhelming and can significantly impact an ostomy patient’s quality of life.

Knowing the side-effects of chemotherapy

The direct side-effects of chemotherapy can be overwhelming and can significantly impact an ostomy patient’s quality of life.

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To help you deliver the best level of care, our dedicated content gives you information on the daily challenges that your ostomy patients may face, in a downloadable booklet. As well as case studies and clinical posters to further support your learning.

You’ll also get an insight into how small changes to stoma care routines can make a big difference for ostomates undergoing chemotherapy – both physically and psychologically.

Downloadable support booklet

Learn more about the side effects of chemotherapy for ostomates such as changes to output, chronic fatigue, dexterity challenges and skin complications and the importance of adapting the stoma care routine during chemotherapy.

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Clinical poster

Learn how chemotherapy affected the psychological wellbeing and stoma care routine of an 80-year-old ileostomy patient, and how ongoing specialist nurse support helped manage anxiety, fatigue, cognitive challenges and peristomal skin complications throughout treatment.

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Clinical case study

Learn how a 77-year-old chemotherapy patient maintained a secure, independent stoma care routine despite diarrhoea, fatigue, dexterity challenges and stoma changes, while achieving healthy skin and leak-free wear time.

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Clinical poster

Caring through chemotherapy – the need for adaptive stoma care management for ostomates undergoing chemotherapy

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Clinical poster

Learn about the vital role of the colorectal and stoma care CNS in supporting patients before radiotherapy, helping them understand treatment options, manage potential side effects and make informed decisions with confidence throughout their cancer journey.

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Continue your learning

Continue your learning with a growing library of expert-led podcasts, webinars, white papers and clinical case studies, designed to help healthcare professionals deliver informed stoma care.

Patient perspectives

Gain insight into the lived experience of people with a stoma and discover how they have adapted to everyday life.

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Confidence in stoma management can have a positive impact on emotional wellbeing. Helping patients achieve a secure fit may reduce concerns around leakage and support greater independence in everyday life.
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