Fecal incontinence in the elderly: FAQ.
Am J Gastroenterol
; 107(11): 1635-46, 2012 Nov.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22964553
ABSTRACT
Fecal incontinence (FI) is a common gastrointestinal (GI) complaint in patients aged 65 years and older. This evidence-based review article discusses the epidemiology, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of FI in the geriatric population. We emphasize aging-related changes leading to and impacting evaluation and treatment of this symptom while incorporating the core geriatric principles of functional status and management aligned with patient preference and goals of care.
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Incontinência Fecal
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Aged
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Aged80
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2012
Tipo de documento:
Article