ArticleBMC surgery2018
Bowel symptoms and self-care strategies of survivors in the process of restoration after low anterior resection of rectal cancer.
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The Effect of Yoga-Based Breathing Exercise on Pain, Fatigue, Insomnia, and Self-Efficacy in Individuals Undergoing Colorectal Cancer Surgery-Randomized Controlled Study
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15 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 41 citations in OpenAlex.
- Effectiveness of nurse-led dietary modification recommendations in the management of defecation dysfunction among patients with rectal cancer after sphincter-saving surgery: a scoping review.Frontiers in surgery · 2026Pooled it
- Identifying outcomes reported in exercise interventions in oesophagogastric cancer survivors: a systematic review.BMC cancer · 2021Pooled it
- Efficacy of pelvic floor rehabilitation for bowel dysfunction after anterior resection for colorectal cancer: a systematic review.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2021Pooled it
- Effect of a Mobile Health-Based Remote Interaction Management Intervention on the Quality of Life and Self-Management Behavior of Patients With Low Anterior Resection Syndrome: Randomized Controlled Trial.Journal of medical Internet research · 2024Trial
- Effect of 3D Animation Combined with Teach-Back Health Education on Pelvic Floor Muscle Training in LARS Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial.Journal of nursing management · 2023Trial
- Association between pre-reversal systemic inflammation response index and low anterior resection syndrome in rectal cancer patients: a retrospective cohort study.Frontiers in oncology · 2026Article
- Bowel-Related Symptoms and Dietary Fiber Intake in Colorectal Cancer Survivors.JAMA network open · 2025Observational
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- Social determinants of health, diet, and symptom experiences in colorectal cancer survivors: A scoping review.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- Insights from Bacterial 16S rRNA Gene into Bacterial Genera and Predicted Metabolic Pathways Associated with Stool Consistency in Rectal Cancer Patients: A Proof of Concept.Biological research for nursing · 2023Article
- The impact of peripheral neuropathy symptoms, self-care ability, and disturbances to daily life on quality of life among gynecological cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: a cross-sectional survey.Korean journal of women health nursing · 2022Article
- The Association Between Dietary Intake and Improvement of LARS Among Rectal Cancer Patients After Sphincter-Saving Surgery-A Descriptive Cohort Study.Frontiers in surgery · 2022Article
- Management guidelines for low anterior resection syndrome - the MANUEL project.Colorectal disease : the official journal of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland · 2021Article
- The Relationship Between Food Consumption and Bowel Symptoms Among Patients With Rectal Cancer After Sphincter-Saving Surgery.Frontiers in medicine · 2021Article
- Symptom Management Theory: Analysis, Evaluation, and Implications for Caring for Adults With Cancer.ANS. Advances in nursing scienceArticle
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12 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.
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Abstract
backgroundThe purpose of this research is to identify the bowel symptoms and self-care strategies for rectal cancer survivors during the recovery process following low anterior resection surgery.
methodsA total of 100 participants were investigated under the structured interview guide based on the dimensions of "symptom management theory".
results92% of participants reported changes in bowel habits, the most common being the frequent bowel movements and narrower stools, which we named it finger-shaped consistency stools. The 6 most frequently reported bowel symptoms were excessive flatus (93%), clustering (86%), urgency (77%), straining (62%), bowel frequency (57%) and anal pendant expansion (53%). Periodic bowel movements occurred in 19% participants. For a group of 79 participants at 6 to 24 months post-operation, 86.1% reported a significant improvement of bowel symptoms. Among 68 participants of this subgroup with significant improvements, 70.5% participants reported the length of time it took was at least 6 months. Self-care strategies adopted by participants included diet, bowel medications, practice management and exercise.
conclusionsIt is necessary to educate patients on the symptoms experienced following low anterior resection surgery. Through the process of trial and error, participants have acquired self-care strategies. Healthcare professionals should learn knowledge of such strategies and help them build effective interventions.
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