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Ashlee Garcia1, Sally Fung1, Karen Lou Kennedy-Evans1
1Banner University Medical Center, Tucson, AZ.
Wounds : a Compendium of Clinical Research and Practice
|January 12, 2018
Summary
A new intrarectal device effectively manages fecal incontinence (FI) in bedridden patients. This stool management system offers improved safety and comfort by minimizing rectal pressure compared to traditional catheters.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Gastroenterology
- Nursing Care
Background:
- Fecal incontinence (FI) affects 18-37% of acute care patients.
- Stool management systems are crucial for bedridden individuals.
- Current systems aim to improve wound management, infection control, and patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate the safety and efficacy of a novel intrarectal device for managing FI.
- Assess the device's performance in hospitalized, bedridden patients.
- Compare device performance against existing intrarectal balloon catheters.
Main Methods:
- Nonclinical and clinical evaluations were conducted.
- An uncontrolled pilot study involved 20 patients.
- Engineering bench-top studies assessed insertion and withdrawal forces.
Main Results:
- The device demonstrated broader patient eligibility for FI management.
- It exhibited lower intrarectal pressures than indwelling balloon catheters.
- Fewer forces were exerted on the anorectal mucosa during device use.
Conclusions:
- The intrarectal device minimizes pressure on the rectal wall.
- It offers a potentially safer and more effective solution for FI.
- Findings suggest improved patient outcomes and nursing ease.
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