ConvaTec ESTEEM + User manual

ESTEEMTM
Getting the right fit
Measure the stoma and
select the appropriate size
baseplate.
Cut-to-fit baseplate:
Trace the stoma size on the
centre of the clear release line
on the reverse of the baseplate,
then cut an opening about 1/8”
(3mm) larger than your tracing.
Pre-cut baseplate:
Select baseplate with pre-cut
opening slightly larger than
your stoma.
1
With Pre-Cut or Cut-To-Fit Baseplate
Closing a drainable pouch
2
Turn the Lock-it-PocketTM
inside-out to tuck
tail inside.
Roll the end up away from your
body until the interlocking
closures line up. Press and
pinch around the closure to
secure.
TIP
If using a drainable pouch
over a closed pouch, we
recommend you close the tail
closure before applying your
pouch to the baseplate.

Emptying and removing the pouch
5
Gently pull the baseplate
down, away from the skin
while supporting the adjacent
skin with your other hand.
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Emptying and cleaning a drainable pouch
4
Clean in inside surface
of tail with moist toilet tissue.
To empty pouch, tilt the tail
up towards your body. Peel
open the closure and unravel
tail. Unlock pouch closure and
open the tail by pushing in
both ends of the outlet end-
strips with fingers; drain pouch.
Tips for cleaning the pouch:
Support the pouch with one
hand and wipe tail of pouch in
firm downward motion with
toilet tissue in other hand.
TIP
To ensure easy removal of
the baseplate use ConvaTec
Niltac™ Adhesive Removal
where appropriate.
Applying and wearing the pouch
Remove the clear
release liner from the
baseplate by pulling
up on the blue tab.
Place the pouch gently
in position over
the stoma.
Press the baseplate
against the skin. Smooth
the inner edge closest to
your stoma then hold for
30 seconds to ensure
a snug fit.
3
Separate the sides of
the pouch to allow
some air to enter.