Introduction. An Historical Note. Intestinal and Urological Stomas: Surgical Aspects. Stoma Appliances and the Specialist Nurse. Dermatitis. Infections. Pre-existing and Coincident Skin Disease. Problems Related to Primary Bowel Pathology. Irritable Bowel Disease and Nutrition. Paediatric Aspects. Appendices: Glossary. Stoma Appliance Terminology. Skin Physiology and Response to Injury. Therapeutics Guide. Diagnostic Flow Chart. Chemotherapy and Oncology.