This study focused the social determinants of people with an ostomy that facilitate and / or hamper their work inclusion. The objectives were to identify and analyze the difficulties and facilities for people with an ostomy for work inclusion. Descriptive exploratory, qualitative research, carried out with 20 stomized through semi-structured interviews, using the Thematic Content Analysis. The results revealed that the main difficulties of ostomy to step into the working environment were the loss of sphincter control, social isolation and lack of opportunities suitable to your health condition new jobs. The main facilitators were the creation of adapted toilets and flexible schedules. We conclude that the biopsychosocial changes caused by the presence of the stoma may hinder inclusion in the work of ostomy patients, however, with social support can be created flexible terms that help them in their return to work activities.
Worker's Health; Surgical Stoma; Rehabilitation