Before Surgery

Before Surgery

Here you can learn about ostomy surgery and prepare you with helpful questions to ask your doctor or nurse.

Before Surgery

Preparing for Ostomy Surgery

Ostomy surgery can be scary, but you’re in good company. We can help you get ready—physically and mentally.

Before Surgery

How is a stoma surgically created

All stomas are not created equal. They vary in size, shape, location and construction.

Before Surgery

At Your Pre-Surgery Visit

Like most people who are preparing for ostomy surgery, you may be wondering what to expect.

Before Surgery

In the hospital

Stoma placement may also be discussed in your pre-surgery visit. If your surgeon does not discuss stoma placement wit...

Getting Back Into Life

Immediate Weeks Following Surgery

When you are in the hospital, you will be taught how to care for your stoma.

Preparing for Surgery

Glossary: Ostomy terms simply explained

Common Ostomy terms and phrases.

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Healthy Bonds

There’s no bond more important than the one with your own body. Convatec helps you create a healthy bond with yourself, your stoma. And then, with the world around you.

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ESENTA™

Skin care products providing silicone-based skin protection and adhesive remover. And Introducing a new Lubricating Deodorant made with natural ingredients including eucalyptus, lavender and pine oils.