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Comparison of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation and bulking agent injection (polyacrylonitrile) in treating fecal incontinence

open access: yesTurkish Journal of Colorectal Disease, 2016
Aim: Fecal incontinence is still continuing to be a complex disorder for colorectal surgeon’s practice. Nerve stimulation and bulking agent injection are two different minimal invasive methods for its treatment.
Metin Keskin   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Fecal Incontinence in the Elderly

open access: yesClinics in Geriatric Medicine, 2021
Fecal incontinence can be a challenging and stigmatizing disease with a high prevalence in the elderly population. Despite effective treatment options, most patients do not receive care. Clues in the history and physical examination can assist the provider in establishing the diagnosis. Direct inquiry about the presence of incontinence is key.
Trisha, Pasricha, Kyle, Staller
openaire   +3 more sources

Incontinência fecal em mulheres na pós-menopausa: prevalência, intensidade e fatores associados Fecal incontinence in postmenopausal women: prevalence, severity and associated factors

open access: yesArquivos de Gastroenterologia, 2006
RACIONAL: A incontinência fecal é mais freqüente na população feminina, tornando-se mais prevalente com o aumento da idade. Poucos estudos avaliaram sua prevalência e intensidade em mulheres na pós-menopausa.
Simone Caetano Morale de Oliveira   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Validation of questionnaires to assess quality of life related to fecal incontinence in children with anorectal malformations and Hirschsprung's disease

open access: yesRevista Paulista de Pediatria, 2016
Objective: Surgical treatment of anorectal malformations (ARMs) and Hirschsprung's disease (HD) leads to alterations in bowel habits and fecal incontinence, with consequent quality of life impairment.
Arthur Loguetti Mathias   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Fecal Incontinence [PDF]

open access: yesClinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2004
Fecal incontinence is a devastating problem for those afflicted. It can lead to embarrassment and social isolation. Treating the problem begins with a thorough history and physical examination. Further testing (such as anal physiology testing or anal endosonography) depends on the examination and treatment plan.
openaire   +2 more sources

Fecal Incontinence: Prevalence, Severity, and Quality of Life Data from an Outpatient Gastroenterology Practice

open access: yesGastroenterology Research and Practice, 2012
Background. The prevalence of fecal incontinence varies tremendously as a result of inadequate data collection methods. Few office-based studies have assessed the prevalence of fecal incontinence and none have looked at modifiable risk factors or effect
Eva H. Alsheik   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Ain-Shams experience in the management of end stage fecal incontinence using antegrade continence enema [PDF]

open access: yesAin-Shams Journal of Surgery, 2008
The Malone antegrade continence enema (ACE) has revolutionized the management of intractable fecal incontinence. In this technique, the appendix or neoappendix is brought to the abdominal wall creating a small stoma.
Ahmed Alaa
doaj   +1 more source

Comparison between Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy And Lord’s Operation for Chronic Anal Fissure

open access: yesProceedings, 2022
Introduction: Anal fissure is an elongated ulcer in lower anal canal which presents with severe perianal pain during and after defecation with red streaks of blood. Chronic anal fissure is a fissure for more than six weeks with a skin tag (sentinel tag).
Rabeeha Bashir   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Is the Ischioanal Fossa the Most Appropriate Surgical Area for Fecal Incontinence Surgery?

open access: yesTurkish Journal of Colorectal Disease, 2017
Fecal incontinence is the one of the surgical challenges faced by surgeons. Damage to the anal sphincter and neurological diseases are the major causes of fecal incontinence.
Ali Naki Yücesoy
doaj   +1 more source

The Effect of Transvaginal Prolapse Surgery on Anorectal Function

open access: yesJournal of Coloproctology, 2023
Objective Pelvic floor dysfunction can manifest as a spectrum including anorectal dysfunction, vaginal prolapse, and urinary incontinence. Sacrospinous fixation is a procedure performed by gynecologists to treat vaginal prolapse.
Rachel E. Colbran   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

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