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The science behind eakin Cohesive® seals
Prevent leaks and gain confidence!
eakin Cohesive® seals are the market leading ostomy seal with millions sold worldwide. They are the most absorbent seal on the market1 and are recommended by nurses and ostomates globally. But what makes eakin Cohesive® seals so special?
Read on to find out about the science behind the seal.
Why do I need a seal and what does it do?
A seal is a simple solution to a common problem ostomates face – it prevents leaks.
If you have an issue due to any of the following an eakin Cohesive® seal can be the answer:
- Worry about leaks effecting your stoma confidence
- Experiencing leaks leading to sore skin
- Unable to secure a tight fit between your pouch and stoma
- Loose output
- Uneven skin due to skin folds, crevices or scare tissue around your stoma
- Stoma changing shape over time
Simply a seal acts as an extra protective barrier between the skin directly around your stoma (peristomal skin) and the pouch. It absorbs moisture and prevents leaks from happening.
An eakin Cohesive® seal gives you peace of mind and the confidence you’ll always be protected.
Try for yourself
eakin Cohesive® seals prevent and protect against leaks better than any other seal by absorbing more. Request a sample today to try for yourself.
Absorbency matters most for healthy peristomal skin
Our eakin Cohesive® seals are designed to prevent and protect against leaks better than any other seal by absorbing more output.
Did you know?
Absorbency Matters Most in preventing skin damage and stopping leaks. A seal that absorbs effectively stops output from reaching peristomal skin and therefore prevents your skin from damage or irritation. eakin Cohesive® seals moulded tightly to your stoma stops leaks from occurring, giving you the confidence to get on with your life.
In fact, eakin Cohesive® seals absorb up to 4x more than competitor seals. They are the most absorbent seal on the market which makes them very effective in looking after your skin against harmful digestive enzymes.
To show you this in action, we completed laboratory tests that prove that eakin Cohesive® seals absorb up to 4x more than competitor seals over a period of 3 days. Watch the video now to see the seals in action.
Transform to perform
from absorbent seal to protective gel
As eakin Cohesive® seals protect your skin from leakage by absorbing moisture they transform into a gel. They must Transform to Perform.
Did you know?
This protective gel is essential in safeguarding your skin against damage. The gel creates a barrier between output and skin so even in gel form it will continue to protect skin.
Any gel remaining on the skin after removal will simply continue to act as a barrier.
Try for yourself
eakin Cohesive® seals prevent and protect against leaks better than any other seal by absorbing more. Request a sample today to try for yourself.
1 Mc Groggan G, Haughey S and McDowell K (2018) An absorbent, enzyme-inhibiting seal reduces peristomal skin complications. Gastrointestinal Nursing 16:1 42-4
Treatment of a premature baby with an ileostomy and mucous fistula
Treatment of a premature baby with an ileostomy and mucous fistula
Case study submitted by: Chantal Leduc, ET Nurse, CHU Sainte-Justine
Patient history:
- 2 month old male patient, born premature with many health problems
- Temporary Ileostomy & mucous fistula as a result of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC).
Assessment: 3rd December 2010
- Stoma measures 22mm x 13mm
- Oval, red in colour and slightly protruding
- Ileostomy is situated in the surgical line with a mucous fistula and a Penrose drain
- Currently using Hollister Pouchkins 3778 and Adapt Paste for the Ileostomy, Pouch 3778 used for
the Penrose drain - Current weartime is 3 days.
Assessment: 7th January 2011
- Since the last assessment, the leaking abdominal wound has dehisced and has caused the
flange to come away, resulting in irritatation to the peristomal skin without any skin loss - The weartime is now around 2 days
- Have decided to use Aquacel on the midline incision along with transparent film. Eakin
Cohesive Slims® are then used around the ileostomy and the Penrose drain as well as 2 x 3778
pouches - The nursing staff have stressed that they would like a minimum weartime of 48 hours as it takes
1hour 15minutes to complete the pouching process.
Assessment: 10th January 2011
- There is now less irritation around the ileostomy. However, output from the drain has increased
so the skin is irritated around this area - The AQUACEL® dressing is saturated under the plastic film
- Pouching system is holding well and weartime is 3 days
- Will now use Dimethicone, Eakin Cohesive® Slims will be placed around the ileostomy and
drain as well as on the healed abdominal wound to create a level surface. Transparent film will
be used to hold the drainage bags.
Management: 10th January 2011
Assesment: 31st January 2011
- Product combination is performing well and no
changes are needed to the current care plan.
Use of eakin Cohesive® seals when treating moisture-associated skin damage
Choose eakin Cohesive® seals when treating moisture associated skin damage
Case study submitted by: Ian Whiteley – Clinical Nurse Consultant, Concord, Australia
Patient history:
- 83 year old male
- Diagnosed with low rectal cancer
- Ultra-low anterior resection with a loop ileostomy
- Previous history of prostate cancer – treated with radiotherapy
- High output stoma post operatively – treated with medication
- Discharged home when output was <1000mls/24hrs
- Follow up phonecall (Day 2)
- no problems reported
Nurse review (Day 12):
- Patient presented with severe moisture-associated skin damage around the stoma
Problems:
- Ostomy appliance had leaked due to a change in abdominal contours as distention had resolved
- Patient had been cutting the flange too small
- Stoma output was watery and corrosive to the peri-stomal skin
Nurse recommends:
- Use of a Welland barrier film
- Large eakin Cohesive® seal to cover the area of damaged, reddened, moist and painful peristomal skin
- Change flange from flat to soft convex
- Support belt for added security
Outcome:
- The large eakin Cohesive® seal successfully absorbed the moisture from the peristomal skin and protected it from further moisture related skin damage
- The patient’s peristomal skin was essentially healed and the patient was now pain free
Reasons to use:
- Smoothing out irregular skin and filling dips and creases 1,2,3,4
- Encircling the stoma to prevent corrosive output from damaging the appliance flange2,3
- Adding protection for people with a high output ileostomy 2,3,4
- Protecting against contact dermatitis 1,2,3,4
- Prevention of repeated stoma problems2,3
Clinical evidence for choosing eakin Cohesive® seals:
Superior absorption4
High protection against enzymes 3,4
Combats irritants3,4
References
- Boyles A (2010) Keeping up to date with stoma accessories: enabling informed choice. Gastrointestinal Nursing 8:6 28-42
- Evans S, Burch J (2017) An overview of stoma care accessory products for protecting peristomal skin. Gastrointestinal Nursing 15:7 25-34
- Kelly O’Flynn (2016) Protecting peristomal skin: a guide to conditions and treatment. Gastrointestinal Nursing 14:7 14-19
- Mc Groggan G, Haughey S and McDowell K (2018) An absorbent, enzyme-inhibiting seal reduces peristomal skin complications. Gastrointestinal Nursing 16:1 42-49
Using eakin Cohesive® seals for the management of difficult to access stomas
Using eakin Cohesive® seals for the management of difficult to access stomas
Case study submitted by: Margie Reid, Clinical Practice Consultant, Stomal Therapy Nurse (Credentialled), Adelaide, South Australia.
Patient history:
- 65 year old female
- Presented with perforated large bowel as a result of Crohn’s Disease
- Emergency laparotomy, colectomy & end ileostomy
- Stoma not sited pre operatively
Nurse review:
- Stoma not visible due to position in skin fold
- Patient education – unable to see stoma
- Contact dermatitis
Nurse recommends:
- Use of small eakin Cohesive® seals to protect peristomal skin and treat contact dermatitis
- Application of suitable appliance:
- that contains output
- that moulds to patient’s abdominal contours
- that is simple to apply
Outcome:
- Patient independent with stoma care
- eakin pelican pouch™ appliance lasting 3 days
- Considering not having reversal of stoma due to confidence in her appliance
Reasons to use:
- Smoothing out irregular skin and filling dips and creases1,2,3,4
- Encircling the stoma to prevent corrosive output from damaging the appliance flange2,3
- Adding protection for people with a high output ileostomy2,3,4
- Protecting against contact dermatitis1,2,3,4
- Prevention of repeated stoma problems2,3
Clinical evidence for choosing eakin Cohesive® seals:
Superior absorption4
High protection against enzymes 3,4
Combats irritants3,4
References
- Boyles A (2010) Keeping up to date with stoma accessories: enabling informed choice. Gastrointestinal Nursing 8:6 28-42
- Evans S, Burch J (2017) An overview of stoma care accessory products for protecting peristomal skin. Gastrointestinal Nursing 15:7 25-34
- Kelly O’Flynn (2016) Protecting peristomal skin: a guide to conditions and treatment. Gastrointestinal Nursing 14:7 14-19
- Mc Groggan G, Haughey S and McDowell K (2018) An absorbent, enzyme-inhibiting seal reduces peristomal skin complications. Gastrointestinal Nursing 16:1 42-49
Creating a watertight seal around stoma
Choose eakin Cohesive® seals to create a watertight appliance
Case study submitted by: Louise Tremblay, ET Nurse, Cité de la Santé, Québec, Canada
Patient history:
- 45 year old male
- History of Crohn’s Disease
- Permanent Ileostomy since 1991
Nurse review:
- Stoma size varies between 25 – 28mm, profile varies from flush to protruding up to 6mm
- Abdomen is flat
- Hyper granulation
- Pouch weartime is 2 days
Problems:
- Output is very liquid and the pouch needs to be emptied 8 – 10 times/day
- Also experiencing burning skin
Nurse recommends:
- Recommended use of eakin Cohesive SLIMS®
Outcome:
Patient independent with stoma care- eakin pelican pouch™ appliance lasting 3 days
- Considering not having reversal of stoma due to confidence in her appliance
Reasons to use:
- Smoothing out irregular skin and filling dips and creases 1,2,3,4
- Encircling the stoma to prevent corrosive output from damaging the appliance flange2,3
- Adding protection for people with a high output ileostomy 2,3,4
- Protecting against contact dermatitis 1,2,3,4
- Prevention of repeated stoma problems2,3
Clinical evidence for choosing eakin Cohesive® seals:
Superior absorption4
High protection against enzymes 3,4
Combats irritants3,4
References
- Boyles A (2010) Keeping up to date with stoma accessories: enabling informed choice. Gastrointestinal Nursing 8:6 28-42
- Evans S, Burch J (2017) An overview of stoma care accessory products for protecting peristomal skin. Gastrointestinal Nursing 15:7 25-34
- Kelly O’Flynn (2016) Protecting peristomal skin: a guide to conditions and treatment. Gastrointestinal Nursing 14:7 14-19
- Mc Groggan G, Haughey S and McDowell K (2018) An absorbent, enzyme-inhibiting seal reduces peristomal skin complications. Gastrointestinal Nursing 16:1 42-49
It’s easy to apply an eakin Cohesive® seal
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An eakin Cohesive® seal provides a solution for leaks and sore red skin. Here’s a step by step guide for application.
Leaks and skin irritation are common problems faced by ostomate. The eakin Cohesive® seal provides superior protection to help stop leaks and prevent sore skin around your stoma.
The skin friendly ingredients in eakin Cohesive® seals means there is little chance of allergies to them. As eakin Cohesive® seals absorb more moisture than any other seal they allow you to get on with your day, leak free.
To make sure the seal does its job, follow this handy step by step guide to apply your seal.
The eakin seal comes in a variety of sizes. Find the perfect seal for you by requesting a sample today.
For further advice and support visit A Bigger Life, a web-based community for ostomates and their carers.
Confidence for a busy lifestyle
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You need to feel confident when you’ve got a busy lifestyle; to be able to go about your normal routine, visit friends, go to work, travel, without the fear of leaking.
Clare Mee gets that confidence from an eakin Cohesive SLIMS® seal. Shortly after surgery Clare developed skin irritation, so her stoma nurse recommended an eakin® Cohesive seal.
Absorbent, mouldable and skin friendly, eakin® Cohesive seals are designed to combat common problems such as leakage and skin irritation to prevent sore skin around your stoma. But don’t just take our word for it- find out what Clare has to say in this video.
If you would like to try an eakin® seal for yourself, you can request a sample.
Clare is a regular blogger on A Bigger Life, a web-based community for ostomates and their carers to connect with each other for support, information and encouragement. Sign up now at ABiggerLife.com