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An artificial sphincter: a preliminary report

M Heiblum, A Cordoba

    Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
    |November 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A novel artificial sphincter device offers effective fecal stoma continence for colostomy patients, significantly improving quality of life by eliminating the need for appliances. While generally safe, minor infections occurred in some cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Devices
    • Surgical Innovation
    • Gastroenterology

    Background:

    • Fecal stomas (colostomies) often require management with appliances or enemas.
    • Maintaining continence is crucial for patient quality of life and social integration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate a new inflatable Silastic balloon device as an artificial sphincter for fecal stoma continence.
    • To assess the safety and efficacy of this novel device in patients with colostomies.

    Main Methods:

    • An artificial sphincter device was implanted subcutaneously around the stoma in six patients.
    • The device, an inflatable Silastic balloon, was designed for easy patient handling.
    • Patient outcomes regarding continence, comfort, and complications were monitored.

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    Main Results:

    • All six patients achieved satisfactory stoma continence, eliminating the need for enemas or appliances.
    • Five out of six patients remained well and continent post-implantation.
    • Subcutaneous infections occurred in three patients; two were managed conservatively, one required device removal.
    • No patient reported pain or discomfort, and no stomal ischemia was observed.

    Conclusions:

    • The artificial sphincter demonstrates significant potential for restoring fecal stoma continence.
    • The device offers a promising, appliance-free solution for managing colostomies.
    • Further investigation into managing potential infection complications is warranted.