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Fecal incontinence in elderly Koreans.

Hee-Kyung Joh¹, Moo-Kyung Seong, Seung-Won Oh

¹Family Medicine, Konkuk University School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea.

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|December 17, 2009

Summary

Fecal incontinence (FI) affects 15.5% of elderly Koreans, significantly reducing quality of life. Early screening and management of risk factors like urinary incontinence and hemorrhoids are crucial for this population.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Gastroenterology
Public Health

Background:

Fecal incontinence (FI) is a common yet often underreported condition in the elderly population.
Understanding the prevalence and associated factors of FI is essential for improving geriatric care.
The impact of FI on the quality of life (QoL) for older adults requires thorough investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the prevalence of fecal incontinence (FI) among ambulatory elderly individuals in Korea.
To identify correlates and risk factors associated with FI in this demographic.
To assess the impact of FI on the physical and mental health-related quality of life.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a convenience sample.
Data were collected from 981 community-dwelling individuals aged 60 and older in Korea.
In-person interviews with a structured questionnaire and multivariate logistic regression were employed.

Main Results:

The prevalence of fecal incontinence (FI) was found to be 15.5%.
FI was significantly linked to a lower quality of life in both physical and mental health domains.
Independent risk factors included urinary incontinence, hemorrhoids, diabetes mellitus, and infrequent dietary fiber intake, varying by gender.

Conclusions:

Fecal incontinence (FI) is a prevalent issue among elderly Koreans, substantially impacting their quality of life.
Healthcare providers should actively screen elderly patients for FI, especially those with identified risk factors.
Addressing modifiable risk factors is key to managing FI and improving health outcomes in older adults.