02 September 2022 02 Sep 2022

The survey was developed by the authors and focused on ostomates with a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy. The purpose was to capture the lived experiences and views of ostomates about the stoma service they had received in hospital and at home. Ostomates aged 18 years or over living in England were invited to participate. Parents and/or carers were requested to complete the survey on behalf of those aged under 18 years..