Publication:
Surgical Technology International XVII - General Surgery
Article title:
Fecal Incontinence:
An Update on Available Techniques
in Diagnosis and Treatment
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Author(s)
Marjolein Blussé van Oud-Alblas, M.D.
Resident
Bastiaan J.M. Thomeer, M.D.
Resident
Hester J. Stam, M.D.
Resident
Adriaan J. van Overbeeke, M.D., Ph.D.
Surgeon
Esther C.J. Consten, M.D., Ph.D.
Surgeon, Department of Surgery, Meander Medical Centre,
Amersfoort, The Netherlands
Abstract
Fecal incontinence remains a major problem with significant social and medical implications. Its causes are diverse and not always apparent. Therefore, diagnostic workup is essential to find the underlying cause and initiate adequate treatment. Treatment options include conservative interventions and surgical procedures. To improve the diagnosis and treatment of patients suffering from fecal incontinence, an update and overview of available techniques can be helpful. This chapter includes indications and complications in conservative and surgical treatment. It also includes flowcharts for everyday practice.