Staff Answer
Jun 05, 2026 - 10:03 AM
A urostomy bag is designed to collect urine from a urostomy stoma, while a colostomy bag is designed to collect stool output from a colostomy stoma. The main difference is the type of stoma output each pouch is made to collect.
Urostomy bags are designed for liquid urine output and may include a drain valve, tap, anti-reflux feature, or bedside drainage connection option. Colostomy bags are designed for stool output and may be drainable or closed-end depending on product design, so product specifications and healthcare guidance should be reviewed carefully to confirm pouch type, wafer compatibility, opening size, and intended use.
