It is reported that the end-user developed redness with intermittent weeping and oozing to the peristomal skin which began before undergoing hernia surgery on (b)(6) 2014.This issue was evaluated by the wound ostomy & continence nurse (wocn) during end-user's hospital stay, and it was determined that this issue was related to the large sized hernia and use of convexity.It is further reported that there has been intermittent leaking of the wafer being used resulting from loose stools and poor seal around stoma.Lastly, an antifungal powder medication was prescribed by physician which end-user have been using for two (2) weeks since surgery and now stoma is flat and slightly (b)(6).
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Based on the avail info, this event is deemed to be a serious injury.End-user was advised of the following skin care plan: perform crusting techniques with the use of stomahesive powder and protective barrier wipes, try eakins cohesive seals as barrier; discontinue use convexity currently due to mesh implanted during hernia repair, and to notify convatec of any questions, concerns and if condition persists.Lastly, convatec will send flat moldable wafers for end-user currently has pouches and eakins.No add'l pt/event details have been provided to date.A return sample for eval is not expected.Should add'l info become available, a follow-up report will be submitted.(b)(4).
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