All bodies are different
Why would you consider a Convatec convex solution?1
- You experience leakage
- Your stoma is flush or retracted
- Your abdomen tone has changed
What is Convexity?1
- Convexity is the outward curving of the baseplate or skin barrier.
- Convexity helps maintain a secure seal between the pouch and the skin.
Characteristics of Convexity1
Depth
Is the distance between the highest point on the skin barrier and the base of the skin barrier.
Compressibility
The maximum amount a convex skin barrier can be flattened.
Flexibility
How easily the convex skin barrier can bend.
Tension Location
Where the convex dome presses downward and outward on the area around the stoma.
Slope
The angle between the highest point on the skin barrier and the base of the skin barrier.
When to Use Convexity1
Flush Stomas
Located at the same level as the abdomen skin surface, and does not protrude
Retracted Stomas
Stoma pulled into the abdomen below skin level or having little or no spout
Skin Folds
A stoma which is deep in a skin fold/crease
Soft or Flaccid Abdomens
An abdomen requiring firm level of support to stabilize the pouching system
Need More Help?
Please feel free to consult with one of our me+™ Specialists
or WOC Nurses for further guidance.
Call 1-800-422-8811, visit mepluscare.com
or email cic@convatec.com.
Find Your Perfect Fit
Choosing the right convexity solution for different body profiles can be challenging.
User our Convexity Product Selector Tool to answer 3 simple questions to learn more about convex products that may work for your stoma.
Are you a Healthcare Professional?
Our me+™ Concierge team can assist you with:
- Personalized support
- Enrolling your patients into the me+™ program
- Providing a me+ starter kit and free product samples for your patients
Contact your me+ Concierge specialist at 1-877-585-0470 or email concierge@convatec.com
View the Convexity Solutions Detail Aid to learn more about our convex products.
AP-030225-MRL-US_ConvexityDetailAid
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