Case studies
Here you will find a wide range of in-depth stoma related case studies provided by clinicians working directly with ostomates. Read scientific articles on key topics and get the clinical evidence you need to select the right solution for your patients.
Explore our clinical case studies
Pouches
eakin Pelican™ pouches to care for a stoma near skin folds
65 year old female with perforated large bowel from Crohn’s disease, resulting in emergency colectomy and end ileostomy. Stoma not sited before surgery resulting in contact dermatitis and inability to see stoma due to skin folds.
eakin Pelican™ pouches for a retracted stoma
74 year old woman who had emergency Hartmann’s procedure following sigmoid perforation. Stoma was poorly position which resulted in very retracted colostomy with complete mucocutaneous separation.
eakin dot® 1-piece for fragile skin
82-year-old diabetic gentleman with parastomal hernia and enlarged stoma. History of stroke, triple bypass, liver cirrhosis, and portal hypertension. Difficulty managing stoma independently due to abdominal distension and low stoma position. Experiences regular pouch leaks.
eakin dot® 1-piece high output for easy to manage stoma routine
61 year old man who is a keen gardener and leads an active life. Ileostomy formed due to ulcerative colitis which resulted in a high output stoma.
eakin dot® 1-piece to resolve frequent leaks
17-year-old girl with severe constipation and permanent end ileostomy. Stoma refashioned due to mechanical obstruction. Frequent leaks cause skin irritation, daily pouch changes, and increased anxiety.
eakin dot® 1-piece for a complex stoma
53-year-old forklift driver with end ileostomy and large parastomal hernia. Complex flush stoma with skin folds causing frequent leaks up to 4 times a week, leading to skin damage. Dependent on partner for pouch changes, making leak control crucial.
eakin dot® 1-piece high output for increased weartime and pouch capacity
72 year old man with loop ileostomy and bowel resection from cancer. Cancer progressed and was referred to pallative care. Disease progression resulted in lack of mobility and therefore pouch was over-filling and leaking.
Success with eakin dot® 1-piece and eakin accessories via remote teaching
Crohn’s disease and ostomy surgery. Flush stoma with parastomal hernia. Slightly overweight with dry skin. Repeated leaks from pouch sensitivities have caused worsening peristomal skin damage despite trying multiple brands and flange extenders.
eakin® creating a secure, adaptable routine during chemotherapy
A 77-year-old man with an active lifestyle underwent anterior resection and colostomy formation following a rectal cancer diagnosis. Despite multiple rounds of chemotherapy, ongoing treatment continues due to persistent cancer.
eakin dot® 2-piece to manage long term health conditions along with a stoma
A 75-year-old gentleman living alone with limited mobility and multiple chronic conditions including Parkinson’s, bipolar disorder, and hypertension, underwent APER surgery with end colostomy formation following a rectal cancer diagnosis.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat from a carer’s perspective
80-year-old married gentleman with end ileostomy following anterior bowel resection for bowel cancer. Post-operative complications delayed recovery and discharge. He manages pouch emptying independently but relies on his wife for all pouch changes.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat after parastomal hernia repair
73-year-old female experienced persistent discomfort and leakage after paracolostomy hernia repair. She returned to her familiar 2-piece convex system, but the convexity appeared to press on internal mesh, and uneven stoma shape led to ongoing leaks.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for peristomal skin troubles
Patient with a history of rectal cancer underwent APER with end colostomy formation. Post-discharge, experienced alternating stool consistency causing difficulty draining solid output, frequent pouch changes with loose output, leakage issues, and resulting peristomal skin excoriation.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for peristomal skin problems
Patient with a history of diverticular disease and benign polyps underwent Hartmann’s resection with end colostomy. Due to a previous stroke, she requires carer support and began experiencing peristomal skin excoriation and leakage around 9 months post-surgery.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for a peristomal wound under stoma
69-year-old man with a permanent colostomy following treatment for rectal carcinoma. Independent with stoma care but experiencing frequent leakages and a painful, moist wound beneath the stoma.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for peristomal skin problems
Patient with history of villous adenoma removal and rectal cancer diagnosis, followed by anterior resection and loop ileostomy. Post-surgery, experiences leakage issues and develops macerated, red, and damaged peristomal skin.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for an active person with peristomal skin problems
30-year-old with Crohn’s disease and an ileostomy. Initially discharged with mild skin redness but no itching, advised as normal. Without ET nurse follow-up, skin rash worsened and itching developed, leading to self-management until surgeon recommended ET nurse consultation.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for severe sight impairment
64-year-old blind man with ileostomy struggles with leaks and pouch changes, causing dependence on carers and limiting independence despite guide dogs.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for sensitive skin
Underwent acute rectosigmoid resection with a large end colostomy due to a tumour. Discharged to a nursing home using an adhesive 2-piece closed pouch system. Later developed hypersensitive, severely excoriated skin with blisters and skin stripping requiring adhesive remover.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat in post-op for a painful/tender abdomen
49-year-old male tiler admitted urgently for abscess and colonic perforation, resulting in a temporary left colostomy (Hartmann’s procedure). He experienced peritonitis, severe abdominal pain, multiple drain insertions, and ICU care.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for a high output stoma
Emergency right hemicolectomy with high-output ileostomy; manages pouch independently but developed skin issues and frequent emptying, yet reluctant to change products.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for an active way of life
42-year-old active man with three young children underwent emergency total colectomy and end ileostomy for ulcerative colitis; had a complex recovery with leaks using a 1-piece flat pouch and developed a small parastomal hernia.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for an active lifestyle
53-year-old man, former stoma nurse now working as a wound nurse. Had stoma surgery in 1983 for familial polyposis. Outside work, very active in sports, including triathlons, training 12-17 hours weekly.
eakin dot® 2-piece flat for challenges with a parastomal hernia
79-year-old man with permanent colostomy and large parastomal hernia, unfit for surgery. Experiences frequent leaks from high-output, explosive bowel movements despite trying multiple appliances. Loss of confidence due to poor appliance security.
eakin dot® 2-piece for those ostomates with additional needs
Managing a stoma can be difficult for anyone, but for an ostomate with additional needs, stoma care can become more of a challenge.
eakin dot® 2-piece for those ostomates with additional needs
Managing a stoma can be difficult for anyone, but for an ostomate with additional needs, stoma care can become more of a challenge.
Seals
eakin freeseal® to bring back unstoppable confidence with a secure, reliable
routine
A 69-year-old man with a permanent colostomy following complications from reversal surgery experienced frequent pouch leaks due to a retracted, tilted stoma. Ongoing skin issues and lack of confidence in his care routine have impacted his sleep and led to cancelled holidays.
eakin freeseal® to prevent leaks with an active lifestyle
A physically active 50-year-old woman with a urostomy from bladder cancer experiences occasional leaks, especially after swimming, leading to frequent pouch changes. She feels her pre-cut seal dissolves too quickly and lacks confidence in wear time during activities.
eakin freeseal® for a flush irregular stoma and delicate paediatric skin
A baby born at 39 weeks with an imperforate anus underwent emergency surgery, resulting in a double-barrelled colostomy with a spouted, circular proximal stoma and a flush, narrow distal stoma.
eakin freeseal® for protecting peristomal skin against chemotherapy induced diarrhoea
A 77-year-old woman with sigmoid colon cancer had a colostomy in 2022 and began chemotherapy, which caused loose output and peristomal skin maceration. She experiences pain, poor pouch fit due to an invaginated stoma and stitches, and psychological distress affecting her stoma care.
eakin freeseal® for managing a flush ileostomy with loose output causing peristomal skin complications
A 77-year-old woman with profound hearing loss and a history of brain infarction underwent bowel resections leading to an ileostomy, managed by her husband. Due to weight gain and loose effluent from full tube feeding, she experiences persistent leaks, peristomal skin infections, hypergranulation, and requires daily pouch changes.
eakin freeseal® for managing stomal output and wound exudate
An 86-year-old woman underwent emergency subtotal colectomy and end ileostomy after a severe C-difficile infection. She presented with an intact mucocutaneous junction, a stoma with a good spout, and a nearby intra-abdominal hematoma impacting routine care.
eakin freeseal® for protecting paediatrics delicate skin and combatting peristomal skin damage
A premature 2-year-old girl with an ileostomy due to necrotising enterocolitis faces severe peristomal skin issues from leaks, sensitivity, and frequent infections, causing significant discomfort and requiring multiple daily pouch changes.
eakin freeseal® for absorbing exudate to protect peristomal skin with a urostomy
A 77-year-old woman with a urostomy and parastomal hernia diagnosed in 2021 experienced erythema and maceration but declined revision surgery and in-person consultations.
eakin freeseal® for protecting peristomal skin with a flush double-barrelled stoma
A 64-year-old woman underwent surgery for a malignant transverse colon mass in June 2022, resulting in a double-barrelled stoma flush with the skin near the incision and umbilical area, and experienced irritant dermatitis from her initial pouching system.
eakin freeseal® for management of moisture-associated skin damage for a urostomy
A 75-year-old active man with bladder cancer and a Bricker ileal conduit experienced peristomal irritation and stenosis due to an ill-fitting, rigid system and irritating alcohol-based paste, requiring a more flexible, secure solution.
eakin freeseal® when managing peristomal skin complications and hypergranulation
A 69-year-old woman with a colostomy formed after recurrent rectal cancer struggled with painful, persistent hypergranulation and sore peristomal skin despite multiple treatments and a stoma refashion; frequent pouch changes were needed due to ongoing discomfort.
eakin Cohesive® stomawrap for large stomas and poor visibility
A 73-year-old active woman developed a challenging loop ileostomy after a spinal stroke caused incontinence. She experiences poor stoma visibility, peristomal skin damage from constant leaks, ongoing pain, insomnia, and frequent uncomfortable baseplate changes.
eakin Cohesive® stomawrap with hernias and larger stomas
A 76-year-old man with an end ileostomy developed a large parastomal hernia and an 80mm prolapsed stoma causing frequent leaks; surgery was unsuitable, and seals thinned when stretched to fit.
eakin Cohesive® stomawrap with bulky, prolapsed stomas
A 72-year-old man had a large loop ileostomy following colorectal cancer in 2018; both limbs of ileostomy later prolapsed, making it difficult to view the peristomal skin and apply a seal or pouch.
eakin Cohesive® seals for building confidence
eakin Cohesive® large for sensitive damaged peristomal skin
A 44-year-old obese man with IBD and intellectual impairment developed severe peristomal skin erosion due to a tight abdomen, adhesive allergies, and care-related issues following an end ileostomy.
eakin Cohesive® seals – #SmallButPowerful case studies
This document presents several case studies highlighting the use of eakin Cohesive® seals in managing complex stoma care challenges, including skin complications, stoma prolapse, and pouch leakage.
eakin Cohesive® large for managing significant peristomal skin ulcerations in a patient undergoing immunotherapy
A woman who had Bricker surgery with an ileal conduit initially managed her stoma independently but, after starting immunotherapy, developed extensive peristomal skin ulcerations and painful leaks, losing her ability to care for the stoma without help.
eakin Cohesive® large for a reliable stoma care routine for an active ostomate
64-year-old man with colon cancer and unplanned loop ileostomy post-surgery. Stoma retracted and hard to see, limiting independence. Poor eating habits and night leaks cause frequent pouch failures and skin issues. Rehospitalised twice due to fluctuating output.
Supporting products
eakin Cohesive® paste for skin friendly defence against leaks
This lady had emergency surgery for a bowel perforation but she subsequently developed enterocutaneous fistulas.
eakin Cohesive® paste for pain-free skin protection
43 year old lady with an ileostomy formed as a result of peritonitis. Hospitalised with severe malnutrition, an enterocutaneous fistula and abdominal wall dehiscence.
eakin Cohesive® paste for the protection of peristomal skin
The objective of the study was to clinically evaluate the efficacy of a novel skin-care product for use by ostomates.
Ostomy products you can rely on
From pouches and seals to innovative accessories, our eakin® product range includes everything you need to support your patients after they’ve been discharged. You can order product samples directly from us or through your local rep to see the difference for yourself.
