| abstract |
A flange extender 4, 5, 6 for an ostomy bag comprises honey. In a preferred embodiment, the flange extender comprises a composition of hydrocolloid and medical grade Manuka honey and at least one release liner (7, fig 2). Incorporation of honey into a flange extender provides additional adhesion to the skin of an ostomate and to a flange 1 of an ostomy bag, increased wear time may possible and there may be reduced peristomal skin irritation. These advantages provide increased comfort for a user as well as reduced risk of infection through the antibacterial properties of honey. Preferably, the flange extender comprises an acrylic based or silicone based PU-based adhesive, and is applied to both the body facing surface and an ostomy bag facing surface of the flange extender. |