Spinal cord injuries and bowel stomas: timing and satisfaction with stoma formation and alterations in quality of life.
F van GinkelMarcel W M PostWillemijn X M FaberV MeijJanneke M Stolwijk-SwüstePublished in: Spinal cord series and cases (2021)
Most participants with SCI experienced improvement in QOL and in retrospect wanted their bowel stoma earlier. Early, extensive conversations to inform individuals about bowel stoma as a treatment option is recommended.