How to apply a one piece device?

For general discussion of ostomies and continent diversions.
Anyone can read. Only registered users can post.
No commercial posting allowed.

Moderators: Bob Webtech, Jimbob, ot dave

Forum rules
Before posting, please read our Discussion Board Terms and Conditions and our Code of Conduct.
Post Reply
sandys
Posts: 671
Joined: 2007-01-26 10:36:00

How to apply a one piece device?

Post by sandys »

I’ve always used a two piece system, I stand at the bathroom sink which has a huge mirror.
Apply the seal to the convex wafer then the wafer over my stoma then the belt attaches to the wafer and finally attach pouch which is opaque.

So how the heck do you apply an opaque one piece if you can’t see your stoma?

I have a bunch of old Hollister’s transparent pouches which have a karaya ring. I add an Eakin seal over the karaya and am able to center it because it’s relatively transparent. I woud wear these constantly if they stayed leak free for three days but alas they start to leak after about 12 to15 hours. They are easy on the skin because they are all paper except for the seal which adds a bit of convexity.
Sandy in Indiana

Ileostomy 1963 age almost 21
Remaining colon and rectum removed 1964
Fairly healthy ever since
ileo73
Posts: 917
Joined: 2010-03-09 10:47:48

Re: How to apply a one piece device?

Post by ileo73 »

Oh I used to use those until 1995.

Currently I use Hollister's soft convex, which seems to be best system for me.

It has an observation window you can pull up to see stoma.
Post Reply