This topic is about someone who usually uses Coloplast products but is trying out a ConvaTec system. They like the ConvaTec wafer but find the outlet difficult to manage without making a mess. They are curious if anyone has successfully combined a ConvaTec flange with a Coloplast pouch and are looking for tips on how to empty the pouch more cleanly.

Here are some helpful insights and advice:

1. It's common to experience some mess with any brand. A good practice is to roll up some toilet paper, wipe the inside of the spout, and then wash your hands thoroughly.

2. Consider trying products from different manufacturers like ConvaTec, Coloplast, and Hollister. A Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurse (WOCN) can assist in finding the best system for you.

3. Many long-term users prefer a two-piece setup, such as the ConvaTec Natura, as it can be gentler on the skin compared to frequently removing a one-piece system.

4. Some useful accessories include:
- Hollister paste for better sealing.
- Hollister M9 deodorant drops, which can also be transferred to a small spray bottle for convenience.

5. The diaper-sprayer method involves connecting a handheld sprayer to the toilet water line. Hold the pouch over the bowl and spray from the top to rinse it out. Use low pressure to avoid backsplash.

6. Using disposable gloves, like those used in hospitals or food preparation, can help keep your hands clean. This works well with pouches that open easily, such as the Pelican Platinum.

7. For the ConvaTec outlet, try this technique: remove the clip, fold the first inch of the outlet outward, insert toilet paper to wipe inside and outside, optionally squirt in a little water, drain, unroll, and replace the clip.

8. The "bag-in-bowl" rinse method involves sitting far back on the toilet, letting the pouch hang inside, squeezing out the stool, squirting water into the end, rolling the end shut, swishing, draining, wiping the exterior, and then adding deodorant like M9.