ISO 8670-1:1988

Ostomy collection bags - Part 1: Vocabulary

Definition of terms used in international Standards of this field; related medical terms are not defined. The terms do not individually or collectively define or recommend a product of special design, style or size. Synonyms are given in an order of preference.

Poches de recueil pour stomie — Partie 1: Vocabulaire

La présente partie de l'ISO 8670 définit les termes utilisés dans les Normes internationales traitant des poches de recueil pour stomie ; les termes médicaux associés ne sont pas définis. Les termes ne définissent ni ne recommandent individuellement ou collectivement un produit d'une conception ou d'une dimension spécifique. NOTE -- Lorsqu'un terme possède un ou plusieurs synonymes admis, les termes sont donnés dans l'ordre de préférence ; un synonyme à éviter est suivi de la mention «à éviter». Les index alphabétiques des termes en anglais et en français sont donnés en fin de document.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 13-Jul-1988
• ICS: 01.040.11 - Health care technology (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 11.180.20 - Aids for incontinence and ostomy
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 173/SC 3 - Aids for ostomy and incontinence
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 173/SC 3 - Aids for ostomy and incontinence
• Current Stage: 9060 - Close of review
• Completion Date: 02-Dec-2028

Overview

ISO 8670-1:1988 is an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that defines the vocabulary related to ostomy collection bags. This standard provides clear terminology and definitions that are used in other international standards within the field of ostomy care products. It focuses solely on terms regarding ostomy collection bags, excluding related medical terminology. The purpose of ISO 8670-1:1988 is to facilitate clear communication and understanding among manufacturers, healthcare professionals, and users by standardizing the language used in technical documents and product specifications.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  ISO 8670-1 applies to ostomy collection bags, defining terms used throughout the industry without prescribing specific product designs, styles, or sizes.

• Terminology and Definitions
  The standard introduces key terms relevant to ostomy collection bags, including:

  • Ostomy bag: Flexible container for collecting body effluent from a stoma.
  • Ostomy belt: Device that holds the ostomy bag securely in place.
  • Closed-ended (non-drainable) bag: A flexible container without a drainage opening for collecting effluent.
  • Open-ended (drainable) bag: Includes an opening that allows emptying and resealing of the bag.
  • Flatus vent: A feature that permits the escape of gas from inside the bag.
  • One-piece system: A collection system where all components are removed during bag changes.
  • Two-piece system: Has a base fixed to the body, allowing the collection bag to be attached or removed separately.
  • Urostomy adaptor and drainage tap: Components designed to manage urine collection and drainage.

• Use of Synonyms
  Terms with multiple synonyms are listed in order of preference, with deprecated terms clearly marked to discourage outdated usage.

• Multilingual Indexes
  The standard provides alphabetical indexes of terms in both English and French to aid users in quickly locating definitions.

Applications

ISO 8670-1:1988 plays a vital role in the ostomy care and medical devices sectors by establishing a standardized vocabulary that supports:

• Manufacturers:
  Ensures product documentation, marketing materials, and technical specifications use consistent and internationally recognized terminology, reducing ambiguity.

• Healthcare Providers:
  Assists clinicians and caregivers in understanding product features and communicating effectively about ostomy collection bags with patients and suppliers.

• Regulatory Bodies:
  Helps regulatory agencies evaluate ostomy products by referencing an agreed set of terms during assessment and approval processes.

• Researchers and Designers:
  Provides a clear language framework that supports innovation, research, and development of new ostomy products.

By standardizing terminology, ISO 8670-1 strengthens product compatibility, improves user education, and promotes safety and efficacy in ostomy care.

Related Standards

ISO 8670-1:1988 is part of a broader series addressing ostomy collection bags and related assistive devices. Users should consult these related standards to gain comprehensive guidance:

• Additional parts of ISO 8670 covering product specifications, performance requirements, and testing methods for ostomy bags.
• ISO standards for medical devices designed for disabled or handicapped persons, including accessories and supportive systems.
• International standards on quality management systems for medical device manufacturing.
• IEC standards when ostomy products incorporate electrotechnical components.

Summary

ISO 8670-1:1988 provides the essential vocabulary for ostomy collection bags, enabling clear, consistent communication across the industry. It supports product development, clinical care, and regulatory compliance by defining key terms used internationally. For professionals involved in ostomy care, understanding and applying ISO 8670-1 vocabulary benefits product selection and user education, ultimately enhancing patient comfort and safety.

Standards Content (Sample)

ISO
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
8670- 1
NORME INTERNATIONALE
First edition
Premiere Edition
1988-07-01
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Ostomy collection bags
Part 1:
Vocabulary
Poches de recueil pour stomie
Partie 1 :
Vocabulaire
Reference number
Numero de refkrence
ISO 8670-1 : 1988 (E/F)
ISO86704 :1988 (E/F)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of
national Standards bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International
Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical committees. Esch member
body interested in a subject for which a technical,committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, govern-
mental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take patt in the work. ISO
collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all
matters of electrotechnical standardization.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to
the member bodies for approval before their acceptance as International Standards by
the ISO Council. They are approved in accordance with ISO procedures requiring at
least 75 % approval by the member bodies voting.
International Standard ISO 8670-1 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 173,
Technical Systems and aids for disabled or handicapped persons.
Users should note that all International Standards undergo revision from time to time
and that any reference made herein to any other International Standard implies its
latest edition, unless othetwise stated.
Avant-propos
L’ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une federation mondiale
d’organismes nationaux de normalisation (comites membres de I’ISO). L’elaboration
des Normes internationales est en general confiee aux comites techniques de I’ISO.
Chaque comite membre interesse par une etude a Ie droit de faire Partie du comite
technique cr& a cet effet. Les organisations internationales, gouvernementales et non
gouvernementales, en Iiaison avec I’ISO participent egalement aux travaux. L’ISO
collabore etroitement avec Ia Commission electrotechnique internationale (GEI) en ce
qui concerne Ia normalisation de I’electrotechnique.
Les projets de Normes internationales adoptes par les comites techniques sont soumis
aux comites membres pour approbation, avant leur acceptation comme Normes inter-
nationales par Ie Conseil de I’ISO. Les Normes internationales sont approuvees confor-
mement aux procedures de I’ISO qui requierent I’approbation de 75 % au moins des
comites membres votants.
La Norme internationale ISO 8670-1 a et6 elabor6e par Ie comite technique
ISOITC 173, Assistances et aides technigues pour les invalides ou handicaptk.
L’attention des utilisateurs est attiree sur Ie fait que toutes les Normes internationales
sont de temps en temps soumises a revision et que toute reference faite a une autre
Norme internationale dans Ie present document implique qu’il s’agit, sauf indication
contraire, de Ia derniere Edition.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
ISO 8670-1 : 1988 (E/F)
NORME INTERNATIONALE
Poches de recueil pour
Ostomy collection bags -
stomie -
Part 1:
Partie 1 :
Vocabulary
Vocabulaire
1 Scope and field of application 1 Objet et domaine d’application
La presente Partie de I’ISO 8670 definit les termes utilises dans
This part of ISO 8670 defines terms used in International Stan-
les Normes internationales traitant des poches de recueil pour
dards dealing with ostomy collection bags; related medical
stomie; les termes medicaux associes ne sont pas definis.
terms are not defined.
Les termes ne definissent ni ne recommandent individuellement
The terms do not individually or collectively define or recom-
ou collectivement un produit d’une conception ou d’une
mend a product of a specific design, style or size.
dimension specifique.
NOTE - If a term has one or more permitted Synonyms, the terms are
listed in Order of preference; deprecated Synonyms are foilowed by the NOTE - Lorsqu’un terme possede un ou plusieurs synonymes admis,
les termes sont donnes dans I’ordre de preference; un synonyme 3
word “deprecated”. Alphabetical indexes of the terms in English and
French are provided. eviter est suivi de Ia mention (ca eviter 1). Les index alphabetiques des
termes en anglais et en francais sont donnes en fin de document.
2 Termes et definitions
2 Terms and definitions
2.1 poche pour stomie: Recipient souple pour Ie recueil
2.1 ostomy bag : Flexible Container for collecting body
d’effluent corporel a partir d’une stomie.
effluent from a Stoma.
2.2 sangle pour stomie: Sangle qui maintient en place une
2.2 ostomy belt: Belt that holds an ostomy bag in place.
poche pour stomie.
2.3 closed-ended bag ; non-drainable bag ; closed- 2.3 poche scellee; poche non vidable; sachet stelle
ended pouch (deprecated) ; non-drainable pouch (a eviter); sachet non vidable (a eviter) : Recipient souple,
sans orifice d’evacuation, pour Ie recueil d’effluent corporel a
(deprecated) : Flexible Container, without an opening for
drainage, for collecting body effluent from a Stoma. partir d’une stomie.
2.4 poche ouverte; poche vidable; sachet ouvert
2.4 open-ended bag; drainable bag; open-ended pouch
(a eviter); sachet vidable (3 eviter) : Recipient souple, muni
(deprecated); drainable pouch (deprecated) : Flexible con-
tainer, with an opening for drainage, for collecting body d’une ouverture d’evacuation, pour Ie recueil d’effluent a partir
d’une stomie.
effluent from a Stoma.
2.5 open-ended bag closure: Device that allows drainage 2.5 fermeture de poche ouverte: Dispositif permettant de
and reclosure of an open-ended bag. vider et de refermer une poche ouverte.
2.6 flatus vent: Open
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