Patient perspectives of silicone technology in stoma care.

T his article aims to describe how scientific advances in silicone technology have affected the patient’s experience in stoma care and why this is important. Previous publications by White (2014a; b) described in detail the use of silicone technology to maintain healthy skin in stoma care. The prevention of skin damage by choosing products that have a sound research base provides patients with quality care, enabling them to adapt to life with a stoma and return to normality. White (2014a; b) also discusses silicone and its physical properties in detail—the sources and origins of silicone and why they are useful in ostomy care. This article will look at patients’ real-life experiences of using advanced silicone products specifically designed and developed for ostomy care. Their testimonials illustrate how the latest scientific advances translate into benefits for the patient.