Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use a pouch with a hydrocolloid ring (washer)?
Last Updated 10 years ago
Whether or not you use a hydrocolloid ring (washer) is up to you. If you sample the product, and achieve the results you are looking for, then go with it.
However, we do not recommend using a hydrocolloid ring (washer) if the stoma does not protrude continuously. Nor do we recommend using rings on flush/recessed stomas. A hydrocolloid ring, when used with a flush/recessed stoma, tends to continuously absorb liquid until it reaches capacity. Once absorption capacity is reached, the ring begins to degrade, creating an opportunity for seal failure and leakage.
With a continuously protruding stoma, the edge of the hydrocolloid ring will "turtleneck" or hug the stoma, creating a seal, and cutting of absorption.
However, we do not recommend using a hydrocolloid ring (washer) if the stoma does not protrude continuously. Nor do we recommend using rings on flush/recessed stomas. A hydrocolloid ring, when used with a flush/recessed stoma, tends to continuously absorb liquid until it reaches capacity. Once absorption capacity is reached, the ring begins to degrade, creating an opportunity for seal failure and leakage.
With a continuously protruding stoma, the edge of the hydrocolloid ring will "turtleneck" or hug the stoma, creating a seal, and cutting of absorption.