Saturday, January 26, 2013

Ostomy Accessories for Peristomal Skin Care

Ileostomy surgery results in the person having a stoma that serves to direct stool from the body into a pouch or an ileostomy bag.  Due to the location of the intestine that is diverted to the abdominal wall, the digestive process has not quite broken down the food stuff and it exits the body in a more liquid form that is also acidic.  This combination of loose stool and acidic can be difficult to manage and easily cause irritation and excoriation of the peristomal skin.  
Coloplast has introduced a new line of ostomy accessories focused on caring for the skin around the stoma.  Such products as protective skin barrier wipes and sprays as well as adhesive remover wipes and sprays.  Click the video below to take a look!



Friday, January 25, 2013

Brava Ostomy Accessories


Coloplast recently introducted a new line of ostomy accessories called Brava.  This selection of products is specifically designed to help reduce leakage from the ostomy bag. Coloplast ostomy accessories offer something to assist an ostomate with almost any situation. 















Thursday, January 24, 2013

Coloplast Ostomy Supplies

Have you just been discharged from the hospital after your colostomy surgery?  Perhaps you've had your ostomy for 15 years.  Either way, it's never too late to find out what new innovations have been made in the ostomy industry.  Although the basic concept of a skin barrier and pouch remains the same, there are slight but important improvements to the ostomy accessories and aspects of the appliance that improve the quality of life for someone with a colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy.
Just in 2012, Coloplast has made great strides to improve the pouch offerings to people with colostomies and to the complete field of ostomy accessories.  Coloplast has introduced their SenSura Mio colostomy pouch and the Brava ostomy accessory line.
You can try these items for free by contact Coloplast.  Get samples of Coloplast ostomy supplies fast by completing this form.
Brava Elastic Barrier Strips

Hollister Ostomy Supplies - Try A Sample Today!

Ostomy appliances have many variations.  You can a one-piece system or a two piece system generally speaking.  There are unique aspects that distinguish each manufacturer.  The main providers of ostomy appliances include Coloplast, Nu-Hope, Hollister, and ConvaTec.  If you aren't sure what type of pouch to use, we recommend trying a sample before you spend money on it.  Try a sample from every brand possible to find out what works best for you!  
Hollister ostomy supplies address all types of ostomies and they are constantly making changes to meet the needs of their customers.  You can request a sample of a Hollister ostomy pouch system here.
Hollister ostomy supplies

Wound Care Supplies in Utah - Offering The Lowest Price Everyday on All Wound Care Products

Getting the right wound care products necessary to heal a persistent wound can be frustrating and expensive.  Also, finding a place that offers a complete selection of wound care supplies from all the brands is equally a big task.  If you already know the product item# and/or manufacturer it can make it that much easier to get the item you need.

The Parthenon Company of Salt Lake City, Utah carries the brands you know and trust like Systagenix, Hollister, Smith & Nephew, ConvaTec, Coloplast, and Molnylcke.  Wound care dressings offered can accommodate whatever your need.  Best of all Parthenon can get you this product quickly and inexpensively. In fact, if you find a lower price than ours, we will beat it by 5%! 
Promogran Prisma® Collagen Matrix Wound Dressing 4.34 sq. in.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

ParSORB Gel Packets

ParSORB Gel Packets were designed specifically with the ileostomate in mind to best manage pouch contents.  ParSORB granules are non-toxic and are super absorbent turning any liquid into an easy to manage gel instantly!  Used by scooping into the pouch or in a tiny packet made of special film that dissolves when in contact with liquid.  
ParSORB gel packets were developed to promote patient confidence and to support an active lifestyle.  The packets are transported easily and are even available in a travel size.  Can be used with a one piece ostomy appliance and two piece ostomy appliance.
ParSORB Ostomy Absorbent Gel Packets, Travel Size, P2001-25

Ostomy Vocabulary 101

Colostomy: type of ostomy where the large intestine is brought to the abdominal surface through a surgically created opening to eliminate stool.

Ileostomy: type of ostomy where the smalle intestine is brought to the abdominal surface through a surgically created opening to eliminate stool.

Urostomy: a surgically created opening in the abdomen that allows people to eliminate urine.

Ostomy: a general term that encompasses all types of ostomy surgeries.

Internal Deodorant: used to deodorize stool/feces and taken orally.  A common product used is Devrom chewable tablets.

Output: refers to stool or urine that exits the body through the stoma.

Skin Barrier: the part of a two piece ostomy appliance system that goes directly onto the skin around the stoma and also attaches to the bag.  Also called a faceplate and wafer, this will protect peristomal skin from contact from stomal output.

Bag: also known as a pouch.  A general term for the ostomy appliance.

Peristomal: the area of the skin around your stoma. It is very important to maintain the health of the skin around the stoma.

Ostomy Paste: usually a pectin based product used to smooth divots and creases of the skin around the stoma and to protect the peristomal skin.  A common product is Stomahesive paste and Adapt Paste .

Standard Wear: a general term for the type of material that makes up the skin barrier.  It  has different names depending on the ostomy manufacturer.  Usually costs less and will have a shorter wear time.

Extended Wear: a general term for the type of material that makes up the skin barrier.  It  has different names depending on the ostomy manufacturer.  Usually costs more and will have a longer wear time.

Stool: fecal matter or waste coming from the small intestine and large intestine.

Herniation: when the intestine presses against a weak area of the abdominal muscle.  Called a peristomal hernia when this happens close to the stoma.  Can be minimized with an ostomy belt.  Surgery can also be used in its correction.

One Piece Appliance: comprising of an ostomy bag and a skin barrier as one piece.

Ostomy Absorbent: an ostomy accessory common for ileostomies and used to thicken or gelatinize the pouch contents. Available as a scoop or a packet form i.e. ParSORB Gel Packets .

Ostomy Deodorant: any product that deodorizes the pouch contents.  Used by placing the deodorant directly into the bag such as m9, Brava Lubricating Deodorant, and DevKo.

Two Piece Appliance: an ostomy system where the bag and skin barrier are separated.  This allows the user to just change the bag when desired.

Closed End Pouch: a type of ostomy bag where there is no opening to empty it.  Common to people with colostomies.

Drainable Pouch: an ostomy bag where the bottom part is re-sealable allowing the user to empty when needed.

Tail Closure: a clip used to close drainable ostomy bags.

Resealable Closure: a closure method of drainable ostomy pouches where a hook and loop type method is used.

Quick Dry Ostomy Pouch Covers

C&S Ostomy Pouch Covers are designed for ostomates by someone with an ostomy.  This lends them a unique knowledge the user needs and how to best design the covers for comfort and convenience. Their Quick Dry Pouch Cover is great for people on the go!  This cover is made of a soft absorbent terry cloth and will absorb any moisture from you pouch in mintues.  It's available in three colors: white, blue, and peach.
For questions of fit, contact C&S directly at 1-877-754-913.

Three Most Popular Ostomy Products of 2012

The products that made the biggest splash in 2012 and continue to gain attention are those listed below.   
1.
Safe n' Simple's X-Tra Wide Skin Barrier Arc
sku# 21120
The X-Tra Wide Skin Barrier Arc can be placed on the skin to protect the skin around the stoma, provides a suitable surface for an ostomy wafer and/or pouch to adhere, and/or help secure an ostomy pouch or wafer on to the skin to improve wear time.

2.
Coloplast's Brava Accessories
3. 
SenSura Mio Colostomy Pouches
  • #10822
  • #10823
  • #10824
SenSura 1-piece combines the unique double-layer adhesive with new bag features. Offering you a solution that gives you security, comfort and discretion.  The double-layer adhesive is skin friendly and resistant to erosion from stoma output and body fluids. Offering you both security and skin protection.  The cutting guide has clear blue cutting guides in relevant sizes. Making it easier for you to cut the adhesive accurately to ensure a safe seal around your stoma.  The removal ear makes it easy to remove the adhesive without leaving residues on the skin. Making bag changes more easy for you.  The bag has an integrated SenSura filter which allows the air to flow, keeping your bag discreet.  The SenSura filter reduces the risk of the bag ballooning up and causing unnecessary bulges. The carbon filter within the filter helps to reduce smells.  The filter label can be opened or closed to reduce the effects of pancaking or ballooning. Giving you the freedom to manage your appliance.  The soft non-woven fabric is strong and water repellent. Making it easier for you to dry the bag after a wash or swim.