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Stomas: ethnicity and quality of life
Author(s) -
Soulsby R. E.,
Masterman J.,
Kelly M. J.,
Thomas W. M.
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
colorectal disease
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.029
H-Index - 89
eISSN - 1463-1318
pISSN - 1462-8910
DOI - 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2010.02209.x
Subject(s) - medicine , stoma (medicine) , quality of life (healthcare) , ethnic group , life quality , significant difference , surgery , gerontology , general surgery , physical therapy , nursing , sociology , anthropology
Aim Stoma formation is believed to have a more significant effect on quality of life in Asian patients than in non‐Asian patients, but this has never been formally demonstrated. This study examined factors which may influence quality of life following stoma formation with particular reference to ethnicity. Method Quality of life was measured (using an established questionnaire) in consecutive patients undergoing stoma formation under the care of two colorectal surgeons. Results Quality of life is poorer in Asian than in non‐Asian patients 46 ± 13 vs 60 ± 12 ( P = 0.007). This difference is restricted to those born outside the UK and to those who cannot speak English ( P = 0.0008 and P = 0.0001, respectively). Conclusion The association between stoma formation and poor quality of life in Asian patients is more complicated than previously assumed. Selected patient groups can be targeted with information and support.