Changing A One Piece Stoma Bag
- Wash hands
- If using a drainable or urostomy bag empty the contents of your stoma bag into the toilet
- Apply medical adhesive remover on top and around the edge of the flange to be removed and wait a few seconds
- Gently peel back the flange, applying additional remover if required
- Remove excess soiling on the stoma and surrounding skin with a dry, non-woven, swab
- Wash stoma and surrounding area with water and dry thoroughly
- If necessary, check the size of your stoma using a measuring card
- If your pouch needs adjusting, cut a hole to the required size using a pair of pouch cutting scissors*
- Apply barrier wipe to skin around stoma. Leave for a few seconds until dry. This will not affect pouch adhesion
- Remove the protective cover from the adhesive flange
- Fit pouch and smooth over the adhesive from the stoma to the edge, ensuring there are no creases that might cause leakage
- Hold in place with your hand for 30 to 50 seconds as the warmth increases the adhesion to your skin
- If using a drainable or urostomy pouch make sure the opening or tap is securely closed before applying the new pouch
* Pouch cutting scissors are available free of charge - or a pouch cutting service is available, also free of charge - to registered users of the SecuriCare home delivery service.