Patent ID: 8475421
Filing Date: 2013-07-02
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. A shield adapted for use in connection with changing portions of an ostomy pouching system in association with a stoma extending through the skin of a human torso and through which body waste flows, said shield comprising: a plate adapted to be disposed over and spaced away from the stoma, the torso skin immediately surrounding the stoma, and at least a portion of the ostomy pouching system; an absorbent material adapted to absorb body waste flowing from the stoma, said absorbent material disposed adjacent to a portion of said plate; and means for selectively securing said plate and said absorbent material proximate to the stoma such that said plate is disposed over and spaced away from the stoma, the torso skin immediately surrounding the stoma, and at least a portion of the ostomy pouching system and such that said absorbent material is disposed beneath the stoma and at least a portion of the ostomy pouching system.