| Literature DB >> 17520366 |
Nicolas Bellicini1, Peter J Molloy, Phillip Caushaj, Pamelasue Kozlowski.
Abstract
Fecal incontinence (FI) is defined as the involuntary passage of fecal material through the anal canal. True incontinence must be differentiated from pseudo incontinence. FI is predominately a disease of the elderly or of institutional patients. Fecal incontinence in the nursing home population has been estimated at 47%. We provide a guide to appropriate clinical evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment of FI.Entities:
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Year: 2007 PMID: 17520366 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-007-9819-z
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Dig Dis Sci ISSN: 0163-2116 Impact factor: 3.199