ConvaTec Receives UK Product Award for Flexi-Seal(R) FMS

LONDON, November 18, 2010 - ConvaTec, a world-leading developer and marketer of innovative medical
technologies for community and hospital care, has received a prestigious
product award for continence and stoma care at the inaugural Nursing Times
Product Awards, during the publication's awards ceremony in London, UK.

The Nursing Times presented the Platinum Award to ConvaTec for its
Flexi-Seal(R) Faecal Management System (FMS) product, a temporary containment
device indicated for immobilised, incontinent patients with liquid or
semi-liquid stools. The innovative system was designed to safely and
effectively divert faecal matter, protect patients' wounds from faecal
contamination, and reduce the risk of both skin breakdown and spread of
infection, such as C. difficile.

The Nursing Times Product Awards recognise and reward the products that
are transforming patient care and helping healthcare professionals work
efficiently.

According to one judge: "This Company has really taken on board feedback
from nurses and product development. The product ticks all boxes regarding
Quality, Innovation, Productivity and Prevention (QIPP) as well as
significant potential cost savings."

The finalists were judged by a prestigious panel of clinical and industry
experts to determine the winners in each category. Winners and shortlisted
entrants were able to network with fellow industry representatives and
celebrate during a reception at London's prestigious Hilton Hotel.

The Nursing Times Product awards are organized by the leading weekly
magazine, Nursing Times. For more information on The Nursing Times Product
Awards go to www.nursingtimesproductawards.com.

About Flexi-Seal(TM) Faecal Management System (FMS)

The innovative Flexi-Seal(TM) FMS, a temporary containment device for
patients with acute fecal incontinence, was designed to safely and
effectively divert fecal matter, protect patients' wounds from fecal
contamination, and reduce the risk of skin breakdown and spread of infection.
Flexi-Seal(R) FMS is indicated for patients with little or no bowel control,
and can be used for up to 29 consecutive days.

    Unique features of Flexi-Seal(TM) FMS include:
    -- A soft, low-pressure balloon designed to aid easy insertion and
       removal, and minimize the chance of tissue necrosis.
    -- A closed-end collection bag which may help reduce the spread of
       infection.
    -- An entirely latex-free design.

About ConvaTec

ConvaTec is a leading developer and marketer of innovative medical
technologies that have helped improve the lives of millions of people
worldwide. With four key focus areas - Ostomy Care, Wound Therapeutics,
Continence and Critical Care, and Infusion Devices - ConvaTec products
support healthcare professionals from the hospital to the community health
setting. From its operational headquarters in Skillman, New Jersey, the
company conducts business in over 90 countries, serving consumers and their
health care professionals on six continents. For more information, please
visit www.convatec.com.

    Contacts

    Amy Firsching
    ConvaTec
    +1-908-904-2088
    amy.firsching@convatec.com

    Kim Gorode
    Weber Shandwick
    +1-212-445-8231
    kgorode@webershandwick.com

    Flexi-Seal is a registered trademark of ConvaTec Inc.   AP-010641-MM [EM]

Amy Firsching, ConvaTec, +1-908-904-2088, amy.firsching at convatec.com; or Kim Gorode, Weber Shandwick, +1-212-445-8231, kgorode at webershandwick.com