Bowel care at end of life.

Most people, given a choice prefer to die at home. As death approaches the dying person may say "please let me die at home, in my own bed". Many relatives promise their loved ones that they can remain at home until the end. One issue that can cause great distress and at times lead to unnecessary hospital admission is poorly managed bowel care. This article will examine how ageing, illness and medication can affect bowel function and quality of life.