Fecobionics Evaluation of Biofeedback Therapy in Patients With Fecal Incontinence.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Biofeedback therapy (BFT) is a well-known treatment for functional anorectal disorders. The effect of BFT was monitored in fecal incontinence (FI) patients with the Fecobionics test and with the conventional technologies, anorectal manometry (ARM) and balloon expulsion test (BET).

Methods

Studies were performed in 12 patients before and after 8 weeks of biofeedback training. The Fecal Incontinence Severity Index (FISI) score was obtained. Anal resting and squeeze pressures were measured before the bag was distended in the rectum until urge to defecate. Pressure recordings were made during Fecobionics evacuation.

Results

BFT resulted in 24% reduction in FISI scores (P < 0.01). Seven patients were characterized as responders. Anal pressures, the urge-to-def

SUBMITTER: Futaba K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9132520 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature