Estomas en cirugía digestiva: complicaciones. El papel de la estomaterapeuta

The different types of complications of ostomies, care management, and prevention by nursing are analysed. Complications of stomas remain very frequent and lead to suffering for the patient, worse quality of life, and an increase in cost for health systems. The reduction of these complications involves exquisite surgical techniques, investing in nursing educations, and enhancing the role of the enterostomal therapist.