A Study Of Follow-up For Post-discharge Ostomy Patients To Reduce Hospital Readmission

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to compare proportion of patients readmitted within 30 days of discharge for complications related to ostomy (dehydration, bowel obstruction, peristomal skin complications, and surgical site infections) between control and treated groups.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • All adult patients with new ostomy discharge from the hospital (bias)

  • Alert and oriented to time, person, place, and situation

  • English speaking

  • Patients who are willing to participate

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Adult patient with an existing ostomy (bias)

  • An adult patient who is not alert and oriented to time, person, place, and situation

  • An adult patient who is non-English speaking

  • Adult patients who are not willing to participate

Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria may apply.

Eligibility last updated 02/03/2026. Questions regarding updates should be directed to the study team contact.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

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