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The Secca procedure for the treatment of fecal incontinence: definitive therapy or short-term solution
Christine J Parisien1, Marvin L Corman
1Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, New York, USA.
Abstract:
The treatment of fecal incontinence by means of radiofrequency energy is based on the concept that collagen deposition and subsequent scarring may increase one's ability to recognize and retain stool and permit improved continence. The procedure is undertaken on an outpatient basis. Individuals may be considered candidates even if they have a potentially reparable defect since the technique does not limit one to the application of a subsequent procedure. Clearly, those for whom other treatment methods have failed and those who have no other reasonable option in the management of their fecal incontinence should be considered for this procedure. Preliminary results are quite encouraging, and the results of a prospective, sham-controlled, randomized clinical trial are awaited.
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