Impact of ostomy on the quality of life of Egyptian cancer patient

ABSTRACT

The present study aimed at investigate the concept of QOL among Egyptian ostomates, as well as assess nursing intervention that may affect this concept. The study sample consisted of 50 ostomate patients with a different type of diversions. They drawn from Outpatients Clinic of the National Cancer Institute, Cairo University. Four instruments were used for data collection Demographic data sheet, questionnaire sheet to assess type of information, an open ended six questions covering the concept of QOL and a modified QOL model for colostomy patient. Results of the study revealed that high percentage of patients perceived QOL as "being healthy" and productive. The highest mean score was fear of odor also a significant differences were put into evidence between adjustment to stoma and other variables of QOL index. The study recommended that psychosocial needs of ostomates should be provided upon, also visiting services by a qualified member should be provided