Leak Issues with Coloplast 15521 Pouches - Manufacturing Flaw?

Is it me or is it a manufacturing flaw at the edge of Coloplast 15521 one piece pouches?  I have an ileostomy with mostly watery output. Every few months I have a leak  always at the right edge of the pouch. I can't see exactly where it is coming from but it is approximately one inch below the visible flange from the front, at or close to the right edge. I coated the tips of the scissors with nail polish so there isn't a sharp point that can poke a tiny hole when I cut the stoma opening.  But if it's a manufacturing flaw wouldn't that also happen on the left side sometimes?  So now I know to not apply a new pouch before I go to work because duct tape wasn't effective at stopping a leak the one time that I experimented with that.

Hi River Birch,

I'm sure you'll find plenty of support from the large community here. Many of us have faced similar challenges and are always ready to share advice and experiences.

Regarding your issue with the Coloplast 15521 pouches, it sounds frustrating. It might be worth checking if the issue is related to how the pouch is being applied or if there's a specific batch with defects. Sometimes, even a small change in routine or product can make a big difference. You might want to try reaching out to Coloplast directly to see if they have any insights or solutions. Also, experimenting with different brands or styles could help identify if it's a product-specific issue.

This site has thousands of members, so try using the search feature to find others nearby. You might be able to connect with someone who has faced similar issues. Finding members around your age might also make you feel more comfortable discussing these topics.

So the bag is leaking and not the wafer/barrier part that sticks to your skin? If that’s the case, I’d say it’s a manufacturer flaw but it’s kinda odd it only happens once in awhile. Are the bags from the same production run? Have you contacted Coloplast?

Hi River.....My input would be if you are worried about leaks especially at night use the adhesive tape around the edges of the flange....does this happen after a bag change if so perhaps area is not completely dried or you missed a spot with the adhesive wipe prior to putting pouch on.....are you emptying before it is full as to full with coloplast will cause blow outs will start small then blow!!!! 😉 hopefully this will help along with all others input

Thanks for your reply.  Yes it is the bag that leaks somewhere from the right edge of the pouch and not from underneath the flange or disk. I've had that type of leak before so now I don't wear pants that are tight in the abdomen or have the seatbelt pressing against the stoma.  I haven't reported it to Coloplast yet.  I thought I would get some feedback to see if it was something that I might be doing even though I try to be careful and not damage the pouch.  I've had this type of leak from bags that were in different boxes but haven't had leaks in multiple bags from the same box.  It's a mystery! 

if its a drainable type bag make sure the exit area it clear and roll it up tight, secure velcro tight and tuck..... if leaking from bag then manufacturers issue....keep us posted 

Tracy

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