The urostomy: The poor relation?

Aims/Objective To discuss the findings of a small research project about knowledge of urostomies amongst health care professionals (HCPs). Background The lead author's urostomy was formed in 2015. From early dealings with HCPs, it was clear that knowledge about urostomies was lacking. In particular, many do not know how to take an uncontaminated urine sample for testing. This has led to treatment delays, anxiety and frustration and caused the...