Accidental Bowel Leakage/Fecal Incontinence: Evidence-Based Management

Isuzu Meyer; Holly E Richter

doi:10.1016/j.ogc.2021.05.003

Accidental Bowel Leakage/Fecal Incontinence: Evidence-Based Management

Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am. 2021 Sep;48(3):467-485. doi: 10.1016/j.ogc.2021.05.003.

Authors

Isuzu Meyer¹, Holly E Richter²

Affiliations

¹ Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1700 6th Avenue South, Suite 10382, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA. Electronic address: imeyer@uabmc.edu.
² Division of Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1700 6th Avenue South, Suite 10382, Birmingham, AL 35233, USA.

PMID: 34416932
DOI: 10.1016/j.ogc.2021.05.003

Abstract

Fecal incontinence is a highly prevalent and debilitating condition that negatively impacts quality of life. The etiology is often multifactorial and treatment can be hindered by lack of understanding of its mechanisms and available treatment options. This article reviews the evidence-based update for the management of fecal incontinence.

Keywords: Accidental bowel leakage; Anal incontinence; Anal sphincter; Defecatory disorders; Fecal incontinence; Surgical treatment; Treatment.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Anal Canal
Fecal Incontinence* / diagnosis
Fecal Incontinence* / etiology
Fecal Incontinence* / therapy
Humans
Quality of Life