About Hollister New Image FlexWear Skin Barrier with Tape Border, Trim-to-Fit
This skin barrier is an essential component of a two-piece ostomy system, designed for standard wear and featuring the innovative FlexWear technology. The barrier provides superior adhesion and is formulated to resist breakdown, offering a secure seal for multiple days. It includes a built-in convexity for added security, especially helpful for recessed, retracted, or flush stomas. The exclusive floating flange is a key feature, allowing for gentle pouch attachment by eliminating pressure on the abdomen. This trim-to-fit barrier ensures you can customize the opening for a perfect fit around your stoma.
Key Benefits & Features
- The FlexWear standard wear skin barrier is formulated to strongly adhere to the skin and resist breakdown.
- The exclusive floating flange eliminates pressure on tender post-operative abdomens when you are connecting the pouch.
- Built-in convexity provides additional security and skin protection for stomas that are recessed, retracted, or flush with the skin.
- This barrier is cut-to-fit for a customized opening or available in pre-sized options to best meet your personal needs.
Hollister New Image FlexWear Skin Barrier with Tape Border, Trim-to-Fit FAQs
What type of pouching system does this skin barrier work with?
This is a component of a two-piece ostomy system. It is designed to be used with any Hollister New Image drainable, closed, or urostomy pouch that has the corresponding flange size.
What does the FlexWear technology mean for wear time?
FlexWear is Hollister's standard wear skin barrier, meaning it provides excellent adhesion and is designed to be worn for more than one day. Individual wear time will vary based on your stoma output consistency, skin condition, and lifestyle.
How does the integrated floating flange work?
The integrated floating flange allows you to place your fingers under the flange while you are attaching the ostomy pouch. This feature helps to minimize and eliminate direct pressure on the tender or sensitive area around the stoma.
Is this product suitable for all stoma types?
The built-in convexity is specifically beneficial for stomas that are recessed, retracted, or flush with the skin, as it provides extra security and helps to achieve a better seal. It is a flexible, cut-to-fit option, allowing it to be customized for a precise fit.
