Fecal Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Women: A Review

• Autores: Alison Freeman, Stacy Menees
• Localización: Gastroenterology clinics of North America, ISSN 0889-8553, Vol. 45, Nº. 2, 2016 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Women's Health in Gastroenterology), págs. 217-237
• Idioma: inglés
• Enlaces
  • Texto completo
• Resumen

  • Pelvic floor dysfunction and fecal incontinence is a common and debilitating condition in women, particularly as women age, and often goes under-reported to health care providers. It is important for providers to ask patients about possible symptoms. An algorithm for evaluation and treatment is presented. Current and future therapies are described and discussed.