title: Silicone-based stoma accessories in clinical practice.
abstract: Advanced silicone technology has transformed the treatment of wounds and peri-wound skin. Recently, there has been interest in the use of silicone-based products in stoma care. Peristomal skin issues are a common problem, and can have a negative impact on the patient's quality of life, so helping the ostomate maintain good skin health is crucial. The author, a stoma care nurse, regularly sees 3-4 patients each week in her stoma care clinic with damaged or broken peristomal skin. This article explores the 'Trio' range of silicone-based accessories, discussing how these products compare with the traditional hydrocolloid, how they are applied and used. A series of case studies illustrates the circumstances in which these products may be applied.
authors.affiliation: Lead Nurse Stoma Care, Whittington Health NHS Trust, London.
authors.forename: Elaine
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Cronin
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D017577:Cutaneous Fistula / Q000628:therapy; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010030:Ostomy / Q000295:instrumentation*; D012828:Silicones; D017592:Skin Care
chemical_list: D012828:Silicones
keywords: Entero-cutaneous fistula; Peristomal skin; Silicone; Skin integrity