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[Anal plug in fecal incontinence].

B Alstad1, Y Sahlin, H E Myrvold

  • 1Gastroenterologisk seksjon, Regionsykehuset i Trondheim.

Tidsskrift for Den Norske Laegeforening : Tidsskrift for Praktisk Medicin, Ny Raekke
|March 13, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Faecal incontinence affects many adults, particularly women. An anal plug offers a non-surgical alternative to stoma, improving quality of life for some patients by reducing pad use and associated issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pelvic Floor Disorders
  • Medical Devices

Context:

  • Faecal incontinence (FI) is a prevalent condition affecting a significant portion of the adult population, predominantly women aged 30-72.
  • Current treatments for FI include conservative measures, sphincter reconstruction, or stoma creation for refractory cases.
  • The need for effective, non-surgical alternatives to stoma is evident.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and patient tolerance of the Conveen anal plug as an alternative treatment for faecal incontinence in women unsuitable for surgery.
  • To assess the impact of the anal plug on patients' social lives and quality of life.

Summary:

  • Seven women with faecal incontinence, not candidates for surgery, were tested with the Conveen anal plug.
  • Three patients reported substantial improvements in social life, appreciating the reduction in pad dependency, odor, and sound.
  • Four patients discontinued use due to urge to defecate or general discomfort associated with the anal plug.

Impact:

  • The study suggests the anal plug can be a viable alternative to stoma for selected patients with faecal incontinence.
  • This device may offer improved quality of life and social participation for individuals who cannot undergo or have not benefited from surgical interventions.
  • Further research could explore patient selection criteria and long-term outcomes for anal plug use in managing faecal incontinence.

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