ConvaTec survey finds peristomal skin health key to reducing ostomy leakage

• ConvaTec published a global survey report reframing ostomy leakage as a peristomal skin health management issue.
• Survey covered more than 1,800 ostomy patients plus over 400 healthcare professionals across multiple countries.
• More than half of patients reported leakage in the past year; nearly two thirds reported under-baseplate leakage within a month.
• Nearly 40% reported peristomal skin problems in the past 12 months, reinforcing a cycle of leakage, skin damage, weaker adhesion.
• Over half said worry about their ostomy limits daily activities, positioning confidence as a key outcome for product choice.

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