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Deciding when to use a Convex or

Flexible System

Flexible System
Convex System*
 Peristomal hernia
 Flush Stoma
 Firm abdomen
 Retracted Stoma
 Deep creases
 Soft belly
 Use belt when appropriate.

*Do not use Convexity for
 Fresh post op stoma
 Mucocutaneous separation
 Prolapse

Supplies

 Note the supplies that the patient received in the
hospital and place an order in parachute (check
referral comments)
** The clinician can only order the supplies after the
SOC visit is completed.
 Type in the product and name /description of the wafer,
pouch or ostomy accessory.
 Or enter the product number written on the box or on
the ostomy pouch.
**Do not change the type of pouching system that the
patient is discharged with unless it is no longer
appropriate
 Ordering Samples from Manufacturers

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