Preliminary Evaluation of CASTLE Barrier North American Prototype

Inclusion Criteria: at least 18 years of age has colostomy or ileostomy current user of two-piece, flat, tape bordered barrier mild to moderate skin peristomal skin irritation community dwelling and cares for stoma independently at least 3 months post-operative provides informed consent Exclusion Criteria: presence of fistula on or near stoma prior participation in stoma care study within past 30 days pregnant or lactating (interview only) uses convex product, paste and/or rings known allergy to test barrier composition existing medical condition or therapy that might affect ability to participate or interpretation of study results