Colostomy and ileostomy bag users have a 'stoma' through which the digestive waste in their system leaves. The drainage is collected in a pouch that sticks to the skin around the stoma.
For those with an ileostomy bag, this stoma port is made using the small intestine connecting to the external bag, meaning the body is unable to pull as much water and nutrients from the rest of the intestinal tract. Though current 'ostomy bags provide a life-saving solution, they can cause dehydration and malnutrition.
Water!
The filtration and re-introduction of safe water back into the body using a Lumen Port prevents hospitalizations from dehydration and makes life smoother for those with an ileostomy bag.
