Welcome to the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Ostomy Home Skills Program.
You and your family are important members of the surgical team. Watching these video chapters should help you understand how to care for yourself or family member after your operation. The easy-to-follow instructions cover your operation (urostomy, colostomy and ileostomy), ostomy pouches, problem solving, and how to empty, change and apply a new pouch.
When you are done watching the programs, you may find more information r