Why Choose Clear Film + No Filter

Transparency Benefits: Clear pouches allow you to monitor output without removing the pouch—critical for tracking volume, consistency, color, and signs of bleeding or infection. This visibility is especially valuable during the early post-operative period, when teaching new ostomates, or for clinical assessment in home health or long-term care settings.

No-Filter Advantage: Many ostomy pouches include built-in filters to release gas while trapping odor. However, filters can clog quickly with liquid or semi-liquid ileostomy output, becoming ineffective and sometimes causing uncomfortable ballooning. The no-filter design gives you complete control: manage gas by "burping" the pouch manually, and control odor with liquid deodorant drops when needed. This approach works better for high-output or liquid consistency situations.

Key Features & Benefits

• Clear/transparent film provides full visibility for output monitoring, volume measurement, and clinical assessment
• No filter prevents clogging issues with liquid or semi-liquid output—gives you manual control over gas release
• Lock 'n Roll™ microseal tail—innovative clamp-free closure that folds and seals without external clips
• 12″ (MAXI) length provides higher capacity for fewer daytime empties
• 4″ (102 mm) New Image™ coupling snaps securely to all New Image™ 102mm barriers (flat/convex; Flextend®/CeraPlus™)
• Soft comfort panel on body side with quiet, low-rustle film for discretion
• Two-piece system convenience—change pouches multiple times daily without disturbing the barrier
• Latex-free construction; sterile, single-patient use

Lock 'n Roll™ Clamp-Free Closure

Traditional drainable pouches require external clamps that can be bulky, difficult to manipulate, and easy to lose. Lock 'n Roll™ eliminates clamps entirely with an integrated microseal closure:

1. To empty: Unfold the tail downward
2. To close: Fold tail upward 3-4 times, then roll the integrated seal to secure
3. Result: Clean, secure closure with no extra parts needed

This system is faster, more hygienic, and especially helpful for users with limited hand dexterity or arthritis.

Clinical Applications

Ideal For:

• Ileostomy patients with liquid or semi-liquid output (filter-clogging risk)
• High-output situations requiring frequent monitoring and manual gas release
• Post-operative monitoring when clinical staff need to assess output characteristics
• Patient education and ostomy training (new ostomates learning to manage their stoma)
• Home health assessment where visual monitoring without pouch removal is valuable
• Patients who prefer manual odor control with deodorant drops vs. filter reliance

Usage & Application

Attaching the Pouch:

1. Ensure your New Image™ 4″ (102mm) barrier is properly adhered to clean, dry skin
2. Align the pouch coupling ring with the barrier flange
3. Press firmly around the entire ring until you feel secure engagement
4. Gently tug the pouch to verify it's locked in place

Emptying with Lock 'n Roll™:

1. Empty when pouch is ⅓ to ½ full (don't wait until completely full)
2. Sit on toilet; hold pouch end between legs
3. Unroll the Lock 'n Roll™ tail by unfolding the seal
4. Allow contents to drain completely into toilet
5. Wipe the inside and outside of tail clean with toilet paper
6. Fold tail upward 3-4 times, then roll the integrated seal to secure
7. Confirm tight seal by gentle pressure test

Managing Gas (No Filter): Since this pouch has no filter, you'll need to release gas manually:

1. "Burp" the pouch by slightly opening the Lock 'n Roll™ tail over the toilet
2. Allow gas to escape, then immediately reseal
3. This gives you control over when and where gas is released
4. Add liquid deodorant drops inside the pouch after emptying to control odor

Pouch Wear Time:

• Typical wear: 1-2 days per pouch (depends on output type and personal preference)
• Change more frequently if:
  • Lock 'n Roll™ seal becomes difficult to maintain
  • Film shows significant soiling or odor buildup
  • Pouch shows any signs of wear or damage
• Monitor barrier condition—change barrier per usual schedule (3-7 days typical)

Transparency for Clinical Monitoring

The clear film is especially valuable for:

Post-Operative Assessment:

• Monitor color changes (pink = normal, dark red/brown = bleeding)
• Track volume output (mark pouch or estimate visually)
• Assess consistency changes (liquefying = possible dehydration/infection)
• Detect blood, mucus, or unusual content

Daily Management:

• Know when to empty without palpating
• Track hydration status by output volume
• Monitor effectiveness of dietary changes
• Identify blockage early (reduced output)

Teaching New Ostomates:

• Visual confirmation of proper stoma function
• Learn to recognize normal vs. concerning output
• Build confidence in pouch fill levels
• Understand relationship between eating and output

Product Specifications

• System: 2-piece New Image™ (Hollister)
• Type: Drainable pouch, clear/transparent, no filter
• Length: 12″ (MAXI capacity)—standard full-length pouch
• Coupling/Flange Size: 4″ (102 mm)—compatible ONLY with 4″ New Image™ barriers
• Closure: Lock 'n Roll™ microseal tail (clamp-free, integrated seal)
• Film: Clear/transparent front; soft comfort panel on back
• Filter: None (no built-in gas filter)
• Rustle Level: Low-rustle, quiet material
• Capacity: MAXI (full 12″ length provides higher capacity)
• Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
• Sterility/Use: Sterile, single-patient use
• Packaging: 10 pouches per box