Preoperative stoma simulation to reduce anxiety and improve adaptation after surgery

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the impact of preoperative stoma simulation on patients scheduled for elective stoma surgery. It aims to address the high levels of anxiety experienced by patients prior to surgery by providing them with a simulated experience of living with a stoma. The approach includes educating patients about the changes they will face and offering support to alleviate fears related to surgery and postoperative adaptation. The study will include patients aged 18-65 who can communicate in Turkish and are willing to participate.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All patients who are planned for elective stoma surgery,
* Are between the ages of 18-65,
* Can speak Turkish,
* Can read and write,
* Are conscious,
* Are willing to participate in the study will be included.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with speech or hearing impairments,
* Those who have had urostomy surgery,
* Those who have a psychological diagnosis or are taking medication,
* Those who need intensive care after surgery,
* Those whose stoma was closed during the study,
* Those who have complications in the peristomal area,
* Patients who have had stoma surgery before will be excluded from the study.

Where it's running

• Istanbul University Istanbul Medical Faculty Hospital
  Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Hatice Merve Alptekin
• Email: merve.alptekin@kocaeli.edu.tr
• Phone: +902623034733

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.