How Do I Find My Stoma Size?
We love this video produced by Hollister - a leading ostomy supply manufacturer. Take a look if you are interested in learning how to measure your stoma. If you already know your stoma size, below the video, we have a StomaCloak sizing guide.
Choosing the Correct StomaCloak
Do you use a 1-Piece Pouch System or a 2-Piece Pouch System. If you have a separate barrier/wafer and ostomy pouch that you “click” together, you are using a 2-Piece Pouch System. If your pouch sticks directly to your skin with out a separate wafer, then you use a 1-Piece System.
Two-Piece Pouch Systems use the following standard sizes: Hollister/ConvaTec: 1.75 inches (44mm), 2.25 inches (57mm), 2.75 inches (70mm), and 4.00 inches (102mm). Review the side of your box for your wafer size, and select the corresponding StomaCloak size. Coloplast’s pouch system uses slightly different sizing: 40mm, 50mm, 60mm, and 70mm. If we do not have a StomaCloak that directly aligns with your Coloplast size, simply select the next larger StomaCloak. For example, if you are using a 60mm Coloplast Pouch System, and we do not have a 60mm StomaCloak available, you would select the 2.75 (70mm) StomaCloak size.
One-Piece Systems are easy because, they will all use either a 2.75 or a 3.50 StomaCloak. Coloplast users should always select the 2.75 StomaCloak size. Hollister and other pouch users will fit both the 2.75 and the 3.50. The 2.75 is a tighter fit, while the 3.50 is looser. Remember, we are just an email or a call away!
Remember to Check the Length of your Pouch
It is also important to select the correct length. We have two lengths available for most products. Simply measure your appliance to choose the correct length. Use the diagram below to determine pouch length, and if you’re unsure about your stoma opening, you can see how to measure the diameter of the opening. Please call 231-788-8086 for more assistance if needed. You will be able to talk to a live representative and never an automated system!
