We have a resident with a new colostomy. Any suggestions for changing the colostomy so it doesn’t leak? There are several things you can attempt. First of all, change it when the resident has not ...

For many people diagnosed with colorectal cancer, surgery can bring lifesaving treatment but also lasting changes.

We have two new ileostomies in my building, and most of us are not very versed on changing colostomy or ileostomy bags. We seem to always have a mess when changing the appliance. Have any tips? Having ...

Colostomy surgery creates an opening in your abdomen to pass waste, which collects in a bag. Some colostomies are temporary and can be reversed after healing, while others are permanent. Colostomy ...

The medical technologies advisory committee considered evidence on one-piece closed bags for colostomies from several sources to determine whether price variation between the bags could be justified ...