Exploratory Study of Peristomal and Non-Peristomal Skin Barrier Characteristics in People With a Stoma

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Conditions studied: Colostomy - Stoma, Ileostomy - Stoma, Urostomy

In brief

The purpose of this exploratory study is to obtain preliminary data on peristomal and non-peristomal skin barrier characterisation in people living with a stoma. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is there a difference/similarity in skin barrier characterisation of peristomal and non-peristomal skin in people living with a stoma? * Is there a difference/similarity in peristomal skin barrier function of different stoma types (colostomy, ileostomy and urostomy)? * Does a stoma type/function, influence skin barrier characterisation of peristomal skin? Participants will: * Attend a 1-hour study appointment * Undergo non-invasive skin procedures

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07719309

Run by

Salts Healthcare

People needed

108

Starts

2026-09-01

Expected to finish

2028-05-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-07-22

Who can join

Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Adult 18 years or over
• Have a stoma (colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy)
• Have healthy peristomal skin
• Have the ability to provide informed consent
• Are independently mobile
• Can stop using any stoma paste, cream, sprays or lotions on peristomal skin 1 day (24hrs) prior to the study appointment
• Are independent with stoma care management
• Are able to attend study appointment in Birmingham, UK

You may not qualify if…

• Have a current skin condition, such as eczema, psoriasis, or infection around the skin test site areas
• Have bleeding or broken peristomal skin
• Are currently taking any of the following medications: steroids, nicotine patches, acne medication (e.g., Accutane), any medication know to affect the properties of the skin
• Use patches on your abdomen, such as HRT patches
• Are receiving or have had radiotherapy or chemotherapy in the last 2 months
• Are taking or have had antibiotic treatment in the last 4 weeks
• Are currently receiving any stoma care treatment under a stoma care nurse specialist
• Have tattoos in the skin test site areas
• Are pregnant
• Have excessive hair on your abdomen
• Have participated in another skin testing study within the last 8 weeks

Where it is running

• Salts Healthcare — Birmingham, United Kingdom

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