How to Use Convatec Cohesive Eakin Seals

Jun 23rd 2016

Convatec Eakin Cohesive Seals are designed to be worn around the stoma. The material is alcohol-free which means it won't sting when worn against damaged skin. The most common complaints people with an ostomy have is stomal skin problems and leaks. Eakin Seals help with both of those issues. The seal is soft and it is easy to mold around your stoma so no output comes in contact with your skin.They are water-proof and will not lose stickiness even when you are handling and molding the seal. Eakin Seals can be used with one-piece and two-piece ostomy pouches.

Which Convatec Cohesive Eakin Seal Should I Use?

Cohesive Slim

Meant for everyday use
For those who change their pouch frequently
Helps to make pre-cut ostomy pouches a perfect fit
Can be used with convex ostomy wafers and pouches

Small Cohesive Seal

Provides extra protection for the skin surrounding the stoma
For anyone with a more fluid output
Helps solve problems with leaks
Can provide a personalized and soft convexity

Large Cohesive Seal

Greater coverage area
Designed for urostomates
Can be used to create a deep convexity

Cohesive StomaWrap

Saves time
Works with oval or irregular shaped stomas
Helps anyone with limited dexterity
Can be applied quickly when fast pouch changes are needed

How to Apply Eakin Cohesive Seals:

Clean and dry the surrounding skin
Warm the Seal by holding it between your hands before removing the white paper
Remove the paper and work the Cohesive Seal into the desired shape by gently teasing and stretching it to suit your body's individual needs
You can not overwork the Seal because it is becomes easier to mold the more it is handled
Position on the body and carefully shape the Cohesive Seal around your stoma. No skin directly around the stoma should be exposed
Flatten the outer edge of the Seal, it should look like a short cone, flatter toward the outside and going up toward the stoma. Warmth from your hands will help to ensure a good seal is achieved because it makes the Seal easier to shape and mold.
Fit the pouch as normal and hold in position for 30 seconds.