An ileal conduit is a surgical way urine leaves the body, creating an opening called a stoma on the abdomen. Stoma care involves daily cleaning and managing the collection pouch to maintain healthy skin, prevent issues, and support a comfortable lifestyle. This essential routine helps ensure well-being and independence.
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Changing Your Ostomy Appliance
Learn how to confidently change your ostomy appliance at home with this step-by-step guide. Covers supplies, cleaning, measuring, and applying your new pouch for secure management.
Ostomy/Stoma Supply Descriptions
Understand essential ostomy and stoma supplies. This video details various pouches, wafers, barrier rings, and other products to help you effectively manage your ostomy and prevent common issues.
Common Reasons for Ostomy Leaks
Prevent ostomy leaks! This video shares common causes and practical solutions like proper pouch emptying, checking skin contours, and consulting your ostomy nurse for the best system.
Emptying Your Ostomy Pouch
Essential guide to emptying your ostomy pouch: learn proper technique, ideal frequency (6-8x/day), and using a nighttime drainage bag for uninterrupted sleep. Includes care tips!
FAQ about Ostomy/Stoma Care
Get answers to common questions about living with an ostomy/stoma, including travel tips, diet considerations, showering, and participating in activities after cystectomy.
Sexuality and Clothing for Ostomy Patients
For ostomy patients: Explore discreet clothing options like intimacy apparel, undergarments, and swimwear for men & women to secure your pouch. Addresses sexuality & living confidently.
Ostomy Home Health Supplies
Learn how to obtain monthly ostomy supplies after hospital discharge. This guide covers home health support, navigating insurance (Medicare, Medicaid, private), setting up supplier accounts, and managing reorders.
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Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple Health
Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple Health, Philadelphia, PA
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I am a urologist specializing in the medical, procedural, and surgical management of urinary symptoms in men and women including urinary leakage and difficulty urinating, female urethral disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and bladder dysfunction caused by a neurologic condition, injury, or cancer treatment.
The conditions I treat can have a profound impact on quality of life and may lead to physical and emotional discomfort and social isolation. I recognize my patients’ need for approachable, comforting, and compassionate care that will allow them to navigate their symptoms and treatment options. Together, we develop an individualized diagnostic and treatment plan that focuses on understanding why symptoms are present and how we can best manage them.
