Fecal_incontinence.pptVIP

Fecal incontinence Tova Rainis Gastroenterology unit Bnai-zion Introduction Common medical problem that is under-reported to physicians Second leading cause of nursing home placement, more common than dementia Some degree of fecal incontinence will develop in 3% of women who give birth by vaginal delivery Pathophysiology and etiology Partial incontinence – loss of control to flatus and minor soiling Major incontinence – frequent and regular deficiency in the ability to control stool of normal consistency Four basic physiologic factors: stool consistency, rectal compliance, rectal and an