Management of fistulae in the abdominal region.

Objective: We evaluated a new fistula and wound management system; ostomy and wound care nurses were queried about willingness to use the product in future patients, product wear time and pouch leakage, perifistular skin condition, access for wound care, pouching time, patient mobility and comfort, odor management, pouch flexibility, adhesiveness, and erosion. A health economic assessment was also done.

Method: Twenty-two patients (5 males and 17 females) with an abdominal fistula participated in the study.