Guides and Educational Resources

Mr Red*, a 75 year-old gentleman, had his urostomy formed following a cystectomy for bladder cancer. His stoma was flat and flush to the skin, making it difficult for a stoma pouch to achieve a secure seal. This resulted in numerous leaks and harmed Mr Red’s physical and psychological wellbeing.

Ms Orange* is a 78-year-old lady who had an end-colostomy formed in 2020 following a total abdominal hysterectomy. Ms Orange has a large, rounded stomach where the stoma is poorly spouted and flush to the skin. When sat upright, the stoma sits within a recessed area, and this can be exaggerated by movement.

Ms Yellow* had an end colostomy formed following an emergency Hartmann’s procedure for perforation due to diverticular disease. Ms Yellow had no previous bowel related medical history, however, there was a history of falls which affected her stoma care.

Mrs White* had an end ileostomy formed following a panproctocolectomy for ascending colon cancer. Past medical history includes Ulcerative Colitis and a previous knee surgery.

Linneke, not her real name, is 50 years old and works as an ambulance nurse. She recently had surgery to form a colostomy after years of dealing with slow-transit constipation with a Malone stoma, also known as a Malone antegrade continence enema (MACE). Although adjusting to the stoma was challenging, Linneke now experiences significantly less pain and has regained much of her independence, managing her stoma care on her own.

Ms Blue* had a Sub Total Colectomy for Crohn’s disease which resulted in the formation of a loop ileostomy.

This case study reviews Aura Plus Soft Convex for a patient with a urostomy and colostomy, addressing frequent leaks and severe skin damage. See how switching to this soft convex solution improved skin health, provided leak-free days and nights, and restored confidence—allowing the patient to enjoy life again.

Designed for Stoma Care Nurses and healthcare professionals who support patients with a stoma. This course provides context to our Breathing and Movements programme and teaches you how to use it in practice with your patients.

The sexual wellbeing guide for people with stomas and their partners is designed to support individuals and couples with intimacy and their relationships after stoma surgery. It offers practical advice on communication, contraception and concerns surrounding sex with a stoma bag to help ostomates and their partners enjoy intimacy.

Why is staying hydrated important if you have a stoma? Download our free guide to find out more.

Developed to provide an introductory understanding of stoma care. This course is for healthcare professionals and carers to provide fundamental knowledge of stoma care.

Yoga with a stoma is perfectly possible with our easy to follow guide. Designed by SecuriCare blogger and ostomate Michelle and qualified Yoga instructor Steve Munn. Yoga can help build core strength and improve mental wellbeing.