Outcomes following stoma formation in patients with spinal cord injury.

While stoma formation is often seen as a treatment of last resort, our study has shown that it is an effective management option for a number of conditions post-SCI. It can improve HrQoL and has a high level of satisfaction amongst patients. Ideally, patients who could potentially benefit from a stoma should be identified early and receive appropriate education and counselling to help facilitate informed and timely decision-making and reduce adverse bowel related impact on quality of life and adjustment post-SCI.