Comparative study of 2-piece colostomy systems (ConvaTec Combihesive Flexible, Coloplast 2002 and Hollister Guardian in the Czech Republic)
Abstract
In three surgical centres in the Czech Republik three modern two-piece colostomic systems where compared which are at present available in the Czech republik, incl. an attempt to assess how they influence the quality of life of the patients. The investigation comprised 117 patients mean age 59 years-93 after colostomy, 13 with ileostomy.
The investigated systems were ConvaTec Combihesive Flexible, Coloplast 2002, Hollister Guardian two-piece ostomy systems with a closed sac and inner filter. The main investigated parameters were: tolerance of the products, preference expressed by the patient, the state of the skin beneath the plaster and the index of general health (GWBI).
From the investigation ensued that in the Czech Republic the system ConvaTec Combihesive proved very useful and there probably will not be a demand for a change to another system offered by distinguished producers, as such a change would not entail any advantages. It was revealed that when the ConvaTec Combihesive system is used, the skin is maintained in a good condition which has a favourable impact on the feeling of wellbeing and improves the quality of life.