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Syrine Gallas1, Anne-Marie Leroi, Valérie Bridoux

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Postoperative constipation and obstructed defecation (OD) are common after artificial bowel sphincter (ABS) implantation, impacting functional outcomes. Preoperative constipation, anismus, and ultraslow waves may predict these issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Medical Device Research

Background:

  • Artificial bowel sphincter (ABS) implantation is a treatment for fecal incontinence.
  • Constipation and obstructed defecation (OD) are potential complications following ABS.
  • Understanding the incidence and predictors of constipation post-ABS is crucial for patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the functional outcomes of ABS concerning postoperative constipation and OD.
  • To identify pre-implantation factors that predict the development of constipation after ABS implantation.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 44 patients (13 men, 31 women) who received ABS implantation were followed.
  • Postoperative assessment included fecal incontinence, constipation, and OD.
  • Pre-implantation patient characteristics were analyzed to identify predictors of constipation.

Main Results:

  • Constipation without OD occurred in 20.4% of patients, OD in 36.4%, and neither in 43.2%.
  • Fecal incontinence was more prevalent in patients experiencing postoperative constipation (with or without OD).
  • Preoperative constipation, anismus, and ultraslow waves were associated with increased postoperative constipation.

Conclusions:

  • Constipation, with or without OD, is a frequent complication after ABS implantation.
  • These defecatory disorders significantly interfere with the overall functional success of ABS.
  • Pre-implantation assessment of constipation, anismus, and colonic transit may aid in predicting postoperative complications.