title: Ensuring correct use of skincare products on peristomal skin.
abstract: Peristomal skin requires careful management to maintain its health and integrity. Although a wide range of skincare products is available, these should be used in response to clinical need, rather than routinely. This article discusses risks to peristomal skin, routine care, and use of products when the health of skin is compromised.
authors.affiliation: Morecambe Bay Primary Care Trust.
authors.forename: Liz
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Brewster
mesh_terms: D001458:Bandages; D003102:Colloids / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003872:Dermatitis / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D004643:Emollients / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D009824:Ointments / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010030:Ostomy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing; D018579:Patient Selection; D011208:Powders; D012307:Risk Factors; D017592:Skin Care / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing
chemical_list: D003102:Colloids; D004643:Emollients; D009824:Ointments; D011208:Powders