What are the mainstream ostomy care brands?
Ostomy care brands are mainly divided into international giants and domestic emerging brands. International brandsConvaTec、Coloplast、HollisterAndBraun (B. Braun)As a representative, they have complete product lines and abundant clinical data. Domestic brands such asZhende、Long TaiAnd so on, the performance-to-price ratio is high, but the high-end viscose technology still has the disparity.
Extended reading:《One-piece or two-piece? Ostomy Bag Selection and Money Saving Guide》(Ostomy bags are long-term consumables, and the wrong choice not only wastes money but also affects the quality of life.). From three aspects of the cost comparison of one-piece and two-piece, the matching logic of brand and model, medical insurance reimbursement and purchase channels, this article teaches you how to reduce the cost of monthly consumables on the premise of ensuring wearing comfort and skin safety, and avoid the hidden waste caused by blind hoarding and frequent replacement.
When selecting, pay attention to whether the chassis containsSkin protectant. Whether the ostomy bag is wornActivated carbon filterAnd other details, which directly affect the use experience.
Characteristics and applicable population of each brand
- Convid: The main hitEsteem+Series, soft chassis, suitable for ileostomy and urostomy, but the price is high.
- Coloplast：AssuraAndSenSuraThe series of adhesives are mild and suitable for sensitive skin.BravaThe attachment system is perfect.
- Hollister：New ImageThe series chassis hasDeodorization designSuitable for young people who are active.
- Belang：FleximaThe series has outstanding cost performance and common hospital channels.
Newly ostomated patients can first try the small package of Coloplast or Convid, and then adjust it according to the skin reaction.
Selection Points and Pit Avoidance Suggestion
Don't just look at the brand, match the stoma type and skin condition. For example,Convex chassisSuitable for those with folds or depressions around the stoma, but need to cooperate.Leak-proof ringUse. In addition, the ostomy bag hasTransparentAndOpaqueThe transparent one is easy to observe, while the opaque one is more beautiful.
Pit avoidance: Some brand accessories are not universal, for example, the glue remover of Kangweide cannot be used for the chassis of Kanglebao? Actually, you can, but it's better to match with the brand. It is suggested to go firstOstomy therapistAsk for a sample and try it on for 3-5 days before deciding.
