What factor can contribute to stoma prolapse in patients?

Excessive weight or tension on the stoma can significantly contribute to stoma prolapse. When there is added weight or strain, such as from heavy lifting, obesity, or abdominal pressure, it can cause the stoma to become displaced from its proper anatomical position. This displacement can lead to a prolapse, which is when the stoma protrudes further out or becomes elongated. Prolapse can compromise the stoma’s function and affect the patient’s quality of life, often leading to challenges with ostomy appliance management and skin irritation around the stoma.

The other factors mentioned do not have a direct and well-established link to stoma prolapse. While lack of dietary fiber intake can impact bowel habits and might indirectly affect stoma function, it is not a primary factor leading to prolapse. Similarly, improper pouch use may lead to leakage or other complications but doesn't directly cause the stoma to prolapse. Hot liquid consumption, although it may pose risks such as burns or discomfort, does not play a role in the structural integrity or positioning of the stoma itself.