Convatec's Proven Adhesive Technology
Leak prevention starts with the right adhesive
Convatec's Proprietary Adhesives
Up to 80% of people living with an ostomy experience peristomal skin complications. The majority of these problems (77%) are caused by leakage.²,³ Skin protection is the most important factor in Convatec’s adhesive and skin barrier technology. Convatec revolutionized ostomy care with the development of hydrocolloids. Our gold-standard adhesives secure the barrier, protecting the skin. Our adhesives were created to help users get it right the first time, every time.
How Convatec Hydrocolloids Work
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Our adhesives are created to stop skin irritation before it starts.
Convatec’s hydrocolloid adhesives are designed for use in high-moisture environments and have decades of proven product performance. The barrier adhesive is the foundation needed to maintain healthy skin. Convatec's range of hydrocolloid adhesive technologies are proven to perform and designed to protect the skin around the stoma.
Our formulations are based on:
- 45+ years of ostomy care experience
- 20+ years of focused adhesive research
- 400+ formulations
Our Adhesive Portfolio
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Durahesive®
- Erosion resistance for extended wear
- Greater adhesion and flexibility
- Swells gently when encountering liquid output, creating a "turtleneck" effect for a snug fit
- Leak-proof technology to minimize effluent contact
Durahesive®Plus
- Features an enhanced tack, strength, and cohesion designed for extended wear time or aggressive output
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Stomahesive®
- Ideal for more formed output
- Fast absorption of moisture
- Gel formation upon contact with humidity, promoting skin protection designed for patients with sensitive or compromised peristomal skin, or situations requiring frequent pouch changes.
Modified Stomahesive®
- Features a touch of mineral oil that makes the barrier more flexible during wear, and removal easier on the skin
Purposeful adhesive selection supports better outcomes
1 Taneja C, Netsch D., Rolstad BS, Inglese G, Eaves D, L., Oster G. Risk and Economic Burden of Peristomal Skin Complications Following Ostomy Surgery. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2019;46(2):143-149
2.Herlufsen P, Olsen AG, Carlsen B, et al, Ostomy skin study: a study of peristomal skin disorders in patients with permanent stomas. Br J Nurs 2006;15(16):854-862.
3.LeBlanc K, Whiteley I, McNichol L, Salvadalena G, Gray M. Peristomal Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injury: Results of an International Consensus Meeting. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2019;46(2):125-136. doi:10.1097/WON.0000000000000513
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