Peristomal Medical Adhesive-Related Skin Injury: Results of an International Consensus Meeting

J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2019 Mar/Apr;46(2):125-136. doi: 10.1097/WON.0000000000000513.

Abstract

Stomal and peristomal skin complications (PSCs) are prevalent in persons living with an ostomy; more than 80% of individuals with an ostomy will experience a stomal or peristomal complication within 2 years of ostomy surgery. Peristomal skin problems are especially prevalent, and a growing body of evidence indicates that they are associated with clinically relevant impairments in physical function, multiple components of health-related quality of life, and higher costs. Several mechanisms are strongly linked to PSCs including medical adhesive-related skin injuries (MARSIs). Peristomal MARSIs are defined as erythema, epidermal stripping or skin tears, erosion, bulla, or vesicle observed after removal of an adhesive ostomy pouching system. A working group of 3 clinicians with knowledge of peristomal skin health completed a scoping review that revealed a significant paucity of evidence regarding the epidemiology and management of peristomal MARSIs. As a result, an international panel of experts in ostomy care and peristomal MARSIs was convened that used a formal process to generate consensus-based statements providing guidance concerning the assessment, prevention, and treatment of peristomal MARSIs. This article summarizes the results of the scoping review and the 21 consensus-based statements used to guide assessment, prevention, and treatment of peristomal MARSIs, along with recommendations for research priorities.

Publication types

  • Consensus Development Conference

MeSH terms

  • Adhesives / adverse effects*
  • Adhesives / therapeutic use
  • Consensus
  • Humans
  • Prevalence
  • Skin / injuries*
  • Skin Care / methods
  • Skin Care / standards
  • Surgical Stomas / adverse effects*
  • Surgical Stomas / physiology

Substances

  • Adhesives