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The Penrose drain: a safe, atraumatic colostomy bridge.

R Lafreniere, A S Ketcham

    American Journal of Surgery
    |February 1, 1985
    PubMed
    Summary

    The Penrose drain offers a safe, reliable, and inexpensive alternative to bulky bridges for loop ostomy construction. This method reduces complications like leaks and skin irritation, making it a preferred choice for patients and nurses.

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    Area of Science:

    • Surgical Innovation
    • Ostomy Care
    • Medical Device Technology

    Background:

    • Traditional loop ostomy bridges are associated with significant complications, including leaks and skin excoriation.
    • Existing ostomy bridge methods present challenges for patient comfort and nursing management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of using a Penrose drain as an alternative to traditional bridges in loop ostomy construction.
    • To determine if the Penrose drain method offers improvements over conventional ostomy bridge techniques.

    Main Methods:

    • A time-tested method utilizing Penrose drains for loop ostomy construction was studied.
    • The study involved a cohort of 45 patients undergoing loop ostomy procedures.

    Main Results:

    • The Penrose drain method proved to be safe and reliable in clinical application.
    • This alternative was found to be inexpensive, contributing to its feasibility.
    • The technique gained significant popularity among both patients and ostomy nurses.

    Conclusions:

    • The Penrose drain is a viable and advantageous alternative for loop ostomy construction.
    • Bulky colostomy bridges should be reconsidered as the standard of care due to the effectiveness of the Penrose drain.
    • This approach enhances patient outcomes and simplifies ostomy management.

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