Description

The Alterna Flat Base Plate by Coloplast is an essential component of a 2-piece ostomy system, designed to provide comfort, security, and discretion for individuals with a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy. This baseplate serves as the adhesive barrier, ensuring a reliable connection for compatible ostomy bags.

Design and Functionality

• Flat Baseplate Design: The flat design allows the baseplate to sit flush against the skin, offering a low-profile fit that enhances comfort and reduces the risk of leakage.
• Mechanical Coupling System: Equipped with a patented security ring, the system locks and unlocks with an audible 'click,' confirming secure attachment. It allows 360° rotation of the attached bag for optimal positioning before locking.

Adhesive Technology

The spiral-structure adhesive is crafted from skin-friendly materials, providing strong adherence and moisture absorption. This design protects the skin, reduces irritation, and maintains skin health, making it suitable for frequent bag changes without compromising adhesion.

Versatility

• Size Options: Available in both cut-to-fit and pre-cut hole sizes, accommodating a range of stoma shapes and sizes.
• Belt Tabs: Some variants include belt tabs for additional support and stability.

Additional Features

• Soft Front Surface: Designed for discretion and comfort under clothing.
• Odour Filter: Includes an efficient filter to help prevent odour, varying by variant.
• Single-Use Design: Intended for single use only, not to be reused, reprocessed, or sterilized.

Compatibility

Constructed from high-quality, durable materials, the Alterna Flat Base Plate is compatible with a range of Coloplast 2-piece ostomy bags, including drainable, urostomy, transparent, and opaque options. It is suitable for use with both open and closed ostomy bags.

Size Variants

• Hole Sizes:
• Cut-to-fit: 10–35mm (40mm coupling), 10–45mm (50mm coupling), 10–55mm (60mm coupling)
• Pre-cut: 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 35mm, 40mm
• Coupling Diameters: 40mm, 50mm, 60mm

Packaging

Typically available in boxes of 5 or 6 base plates, depending on the variant.

Application and Removal

To apply, cut or select the appropriate hole size for the stoma, remove the protective backing, and press the adhesive firmly against the skin. Attach the ostomy bag using the mechanical coupling system until a 'click' is heard. For removal, gently peel the base plate downward while holding the skin taut.

Manufacturing

Manufactured by Coloplast A/S, with some variants produced in Hungary, the Alterna Flat Base Plate is designed for daily use and frequent bag changes, supporting standard ostomy care protocols.