Ileostomy formation is a commonly performed procedure with substantial associated morbidity. Patients with an ileostomy experience high rates of unplanned hospital readmission with dehydration, and such events have a long‐term… Click to show full abstract
Ileostomy formation is a commonly performed procedure with substantial associated morbidity. Patients with an ileostomy experience high rates of unplanned hospital readmission with dehydration, and such events have a long‐term health and economic impact. Reports of the significant risk factors associated with these readmissions have been inconsistent. This study aimed to identify the significant risk factors for readmission with dehydration following ileostomy formation.
               
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