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Hiramoto B, Flanagan R, Muftah M, Shah ED, Chan WW. Centrally Distributed Adiposity as a Modifiable Risk Factor for Fecal Incontinence: United States Population-based Analysis. Clin Gastroenterol Hepatol 2024:S1542-3565(24)00389-6. [PMID: 38657883 DOI: 10.1016/j.cgh.2024.04.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Fecal incontinence (FI) is highly prevalent with substantial impacts on quality of life and health care utilization. The impact of obesity on FI remains unclear, with differing conclusions using body mass index (BMI) as a risk factor. We aimed to determine the association between obesity and FI, and whether this relationship is dependent on the distribution of adiposity (waist circumference-to-height ratio [WHtR]). METHODS This was a population-based analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, including participants who responded to the bowel health survey in 2005 to 2010. FI was defined by the accidental bowel leakage of solid stool, liquid, or mucus at least once in the past month. Stepwise multivariable logistic regression models were constructed to assess risk factors for FI. RESULTS A total of 7606 participants were included, with an overall FI prevalence of 9.2%. When stratified by quartiles of body measurements, FI was increasingly prevalent from the 1st to the 4th quartile for both WHtR (range, 5.3%-12.5%) and BMI (range, 7.1%-10.5%). WHtR was associated with FI and was a stronger predictor than BMI in all quartiles of body measurement. On multivariable analysis, WHtR remained a significant predictor of FI comparing the 4th with the 1st quartile of body measurements (odds ratio [OR], 1.77; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.11-2.80; P = .017), whereas BMI was not. A WHtR cutoff of >0.592 optimized the Youden index in prediction of FI in the overall sample. CONCLUSION WHtR was independently associated with increased odds of FI in this nationally representative sample of United States adults, whereas BMI was not consistently correlated. This suggests bowel continence may depend more on how body mass is distributed.
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- Brent Hiramoto
- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
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Lodhia NA, Hiramoto B, Horton L, Goldin AH, Thompson CC, Chan WW. Obesity Is Associated with Altered Rectal Sensitivity in Chronic Constipation. Dig Dis Sci 2024; 69:884-891. [PMID: 38184499 PMCID: PMC10961196 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-023-08246-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND Defecation dysfunction may contribute to chronic constipation (CC), but the impact of obesity on anorectal physiology in CC remains unclear. We aimed to evaluate the relationship between obesity and anorectal function on physiologic testing in patients presenting with CC. METHODS This was a retrospective cohort study of consecutive adults who underwent high resolution anorectal manometry (HRAM) at a tertiary center for CC. Patient demographics, clinical history, surgical/obstetric history, medications, and HRAM results were reviewed. Patients were classified into obese (BMI > 30 kg/m2) vs non-obese (BMI < 30 kg/m2) groups at the time of HRAM. Fisher-exact/student t-test for univariate analyses and general linear regression for multivariable analysis were performed. RESULTS 383 adults (mean 50.3 years; 85.8% female) with CC were included. On HRAM, patients with obesity had lower anal sphincter resting tone (37.3 vs 48.5 mmHg, p = 0.005) and maximum squeeze pressure (104.8 mmHg vs 120.0 mmHg, p = 0.043). No significant differences in dyssynergia (61% vs 53%, p = 0.294) and failed balloon expulsion (18% vs 25%, p = 0.381) were found between obese and non-obese groups. On balloon distention testing, the maximum tolerated (163.5 vs 147.6 mL, p = 0.042) and urge sensation (113.9 vs 103.7 mL, p = 0.048) volumes were significantly increased among patients with obesity. After adjusting for potential confounders, obesity remained independently associated with increased maximum tolerated volume (β-coefficient 13.7, p = 0.049). CONCLUSION Obesity was independently associated with altered rectal sensitivity among patients with CC. Altered rectal sensation may play an important role in CC among patients with obesity. Anorectal physiology testing should be considered to understand the pathophysiology and guide management.
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- Nayna A Lodhia
- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
- Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy, Brigham and Women's Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA, 02115, USA.
- Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
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Chaichanavichkij P, Vollebregt PF, Keshishian K, Knowles CH, Scott SM. The Clinical Impact of Obesity in Patients With Disorders of Defecation: A Cross-Sectional Study of 1,155 Patients. Am J Gastroenterol 2023; 118:2247-2257. [PMID: 37417793 DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000002400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Obesity is a global epidemic. Its clinical impact on symptoms of fecal incontinence (FI) and/or constipation and underlying anorectal pathophysiology remains uncertain. METHODS This is a cross-sectional study of consecutive patients meeting Rome IV criteria for FI and/or functional constipation, with data on body mass index (BMI), attending a tertiary center for investigation between 2017 and 2021. Clinical history, symptoms, and anorectal physiologic test results were analyzed according to BMI categories. RESULTS A total of 1,155 patients (84% female) were included in the analysis (33.5% normal BMI; 34.8% overweight; and 31.7% obese). Obese patients had higher odds of FI to liquid stools (69.9 vs 47.8%, odds ratio [OR] 1.96 [confidence interval: 1.43-2.70]), use of containment products (54.6% vs 32.6%, OR 1.81 [1.31-2.51]), fecal urgency (74.6% vs 60.7%, OR 1.54 [1.11-2.14]), urge FI (63.4% vs 47.3%, OR 1.68 [1.23-2.29]), and vaginal digitation (18.0% vs 9.7%, OR 2.18 [1.26-3.86]). A higher proportion of obese patients had Rome criteria-based FI or coexistent FI and functional constipation (37.3%, 50.3%) compared with overweight patients (33.8%, 44.8%) and patients with normal BMI (28.9%, 41.1%). There was a positive linear association between BMI and anal resting pressure (β 0.45, R 2 0.25, P = 0.0003), although the odds of anal hypertension were not significantly higher after Benjamini-Hochberg correction. Obese patients more often had a large clinically significant rectocele (34.4% vs 20.6%, OR 2.62 [1.51-4.55]) compared with patients with normal BMI. DISCUSSION Obesity affects specific defecatory (mainly FI) and prolapse symptoms and pathophysiologic findings (higher anal resting pressure and significant rectocele). Prospective studies are required to determine whether obesity is a modifiable risk factor of FI and constipation.
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- Pam Chaichanavichkij
- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Road, London, United Kingdom
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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- National Bowel Research Centre and GI Physiology Unit, Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, United Kingdom
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Zhao Y, Zheng Y, Xie K, Hou Y, Liu Q, Jiang Y, Zhang Y, Man C. Combating Obesity: Harnessing the Synergy of Postbiotics and Prebiotics for Enhanced Lipid Excretion and Microbiota Regulation. Nutrients 2023; 15:4971. [PMID: 38068829 PMCID: PMC10707991 DOI: 10.3390/nu15234971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Obesity is a chronic metabolic disease that can be induced by a high-fat diet (HFD) and predisposes to a variety of complications. In recent years, various bioactive substances, such as probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, have been widely discussed because of their good anti-lipid and anti-inflammatory activities. In this paper, soybean protein isolate was used as a substrate to prepare the postbiotic. Compound prebiotics (galactose oligosaccharides, fructose oligosaccharides, and lactitol) preparation Aunulife Postbiotics and Prebiotics Composition (AYS) is the research object. Weight loss and bowel movements in mice induced by a high-fat diet were studied. Moreover, qualitative and quantitative analyses of small-molecule metabolites in AYS were performed to identify the functional molecules in AYS. After 12 weeks of feeding, the weight gain of mice that were fed with high-dose AYS (group H) and low-dose AYS (group L) from 4 to 12 weeks was 6.72 g and 5.25 g (p < 0.05), both of which were significantly lower than that of the high-fat diet (group DM, control group) group (7.73 g) (p < 0.05). Serum biochemical analysis showed that TC, TG, and LDL-C levels were significantly lower in mice from the H and L groups (p < 0.05). In addition, the fecal lipid content of mice in the L group reached 5.89%, which was significantly higher than that of the DM group at 4.02% (p < 0.05). The study showed that AYS changed the structure of the intestinal microbiota in mice on a high-fat diet, resulting in a decrease in the relative abundance of Firmicutes and Muribaculaceae and an increase in the relative abundance of Bacteroidetes, Verrucomicrobia, and Lactobacillus. The metabolomics study results of AYS showed that carboxylic acids and derivatives, and organonitrogen compounds accounted for 51.51% of the AYS metabolites, among which pantothenate, stachyose, betaine, and citrate had the effect of preventing obesity in mice. In conclusion, the administration of prebiotics and postbiotic-rich AYS reduces weight gain and increases fecal lipid defecation in obese mice, potentially by regulating the intestinal microbiota of mice on a high-fat diet.
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- Yueming Zhao
- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.Z.); (Y.J.)
- Ausnutria Dairy (China) Co., Ltd., Changsha 410000, China; (K.X.); (Y.H.); (Q.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.Z.); (Y.J.)
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- Ausnutria Dairy (China) Co., Ltd., Changsha 410000, China; (K.X.); (Y.H.); (Q.L.)
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- Ausnutria Dairy (China) Co., Ltd., Changsha 410000, China; (K.X.); (Y.H.); (Q.L.)
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- Ausnutria Dairy (China) Co., Ltd., Changsha 410000, China; (K.X.); (Y.H.); (Q.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.Z.); (Y.J.)
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.Z.); (Y.J.)
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- Key Laboratory of Dairy Science, Ministry of Education, College of Food Science and Engineering, Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin 150030, China; (Y.Z.); (Y.Z.); (Y.J.)
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Güneş Y, Fersahoğlu MM, Bulut NE, Çakmak A, Ergin A, Teke E, Karataş TC, Şahin A, Sancak S. Effects of Sleeve Gastrectomy on Pelvic Floor Disorders in Female Patients with Severe Obesity: a Prospective Study. Obes Surg 2023; 33:3069-3076. [PMID: 37428362 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-023-06725-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Revised: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Obesity is associated with pelvic floor disorders (PFD). Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) is one of the most effective weight loss methods. Although SG has been found to improve urinary incontinence (UI) and overactive bladder (OAB), its impact on fecal incontinence (FI) remains controversial. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective, randomized study involved 60 female patients with severe obesity who were randomly assigned to two groups: the SG group and the diet group. The SG group underwent SG, while the diet group received a low-calorie, low-lipid diet for 6 months. The patients' condition was assessed before and after the study using three questionnaires: the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (ICIQ-FLUTS), the Overactive Bladder 8-Question Awareness Tool (OAB-V8), and the Wexner Score (CCIS). RESULTS After 6 months, the SG group had a significantly higher percentage of total weight loss (%TWL) compared to the diet group (p<0.01). Both groups showed a decrease in the ICIQ-FLUTS, OAB-V8, and CCIS scores (p<0.05). UI, OAB, and FI improved significantly in the SG group (p<0.05), but no improvement was observed in the diet group (p>0.05). The correlation between %TWL and PFD was statistically significant but weak, with the strongest correlation between %TWL and ICIQ-FLUTS score and the weakest correlation between %TWL and CCIS score (p<0.05). CONCLUSIONS We recommend bariatric surgery for the treatment of PFD. However, given the weak correlation between %TWL and PFD after SG, further research should explore factors other than %TWL that are effective in recovery, particularly in relation to FI.
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- Yasin Güneş
- Department of General Surgery, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Department of General Surgery, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Sinop Atatürk State Hospital, 57000, Sinop, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Haydarpaşa Numune Training And Research Hospital, Tıbbiye Cad. No: 23 Üsküdar, 34668, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of General Surgery, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Internal Medicine/Endocrinology and Metabolism Disorders, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training And Research Hospital, İçerenköy Mahallesi, Hastane Sokak, No:1/8 Ataşehir, 34752, Istanbul, Turkey
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Remes-Troche JM, Coss-Adame E, García-Zermeño KR, Gómez-Escudero O, Amieva-Balmori M, Gómez-Castaños PC, Charúa-Guindic L, Icaza-Chávez ME, López-Colombo A, Morel-Cerda EC, Pérez Y López N, Rodríguez-Leal MC, Salgado-Nesme N, Sánchez-Avila MT, Valdovinos-García LR, Vergara-Fernández O, Villar-Chávez AS. The Mexican consensus on fecal incontinence. Rev Gastroenterol Mex (Engl Ed) 2023; 88:404-428. [PMID: 38097437 DOI: 10.1016/j.rgmxen.2023.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2023] [Accepted: 08/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/01/2024]
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Fecal incontinence is the involuntary passage or the incapacity to control the release of fecal matter through the anus. It is a condition that significantly impairs quality of life in those that suffer from it, given that it affects body image, self-esteem, and interferes with everyday activities, in turn, favoring social isolation. There are no guidelines or consensus in Mexico on the topic, and so the Asociación Mexicana de Gastroenterología brought together a multidisciplinary group (gastroenterologists, neurogastroenterologists, and surgeons) to carry out the «Mexican consensus on fecal incontinence» and establish useful recommendations for the medical community. The present document presents the formulated recommendations in 35 statements. Fecal incontinence is known to be a frequent entity whose incidence increases as individuals age, but one that is under-recognized. The pathophysiology of incontinence is complex and multifactorial, and in most cases, there is more than one associated risk factor. Even though there is no diagnostic gold standard, the combination of tests that evaluate structure (endoanal ultrasound) and function (anorectal manometry) should be recommended in all cases. Treatment should also be multidisciplinary and general measures and drugs (lidamidine, loperamide) are recommended, as well as non-pharmacologic interventions, such as biofeedback therapy, in selected cases. Likewise, surgical treatment should be offered to selected patients and performed by experts.
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- J M Remes-Troche
- Laboratorio de Fisiología Digestiva y Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Instituto de Investigaciones Médico Biológicas, Universidad Veracruzana, Veracruz, Mexico.
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- Departamento de Gastroenterología y Laboratorio de Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición «Salvador Zubirán», Mexico City, Mexico
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- Gastroenterología y Motilidad Digestiva, CIGMA, Boca del Río, Veracruz, Mexico
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- Clínica de Gastroenterología, Endoscopía Digestiva y Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Hospital Ángeles de Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Fisiología Digestiva y Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Instituto de Investigaciones Médico Biológicas, Universidad Veracruzana, Veracruz, Mexico
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- Centro de Investigación y Docencia en Ciencias de la Salud, Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa, Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico
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- Práctica privada, Coloproctología del Hospital Ángeles Lomas, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Hospital Christus Muguerza Faro del Mayab, Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico
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- UMAE Hospital de Especialidades, Centro Médico Nacional Manuel Ávila Camacho, IMSS Puebla, Puebla, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Hospital Civil Fray Antonio Alcalde, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Hospital Ángeles Valle Oriente, IMSS UMAE 25, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Departamento de Cirugía, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición «Salvador Zubirán», Mexico City,Mexico
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- Escuela de Medicina y Ciencias de la Salud, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Laboratorio de Motilidad Gastrointestinal Fundación Clínica Médica Sur, Mexico City, Mexico
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- Departamento de Cirugía Colorrectal, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición «Salvador Zubirán», Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Brochard C, Jezequel M, Blanchard-Dauphin A, Kerdraon J, Perrouin-Verbe B, Leroi AM, Reymann JM, Peyronnet B, Morçet J, Siproudhis L. Transanal irrigation is a better choice for bowel dysfunction in adults with Spina bifida: A randomised controlled trial. Colorectal Dis 2023. [PMID: 36799340 DOI: 10.1111/codi.16518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2022] [Revised: 12/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/11/2022] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
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AIM To compare transanal irrigation with conservative bowel management for the treatment of bowel dysfunction in Spina bifida (SB) patients. METHODS Patients with SB and bowel dysfunction were randomly assigned to receive either transanal irrigation or conservative bowel management. The effectiveness of the treatment was defined as a decrease of 4 points in the neurogenic bowel dysfunction (NBD) score at week 10. Data on incontinence (Cleveland scores; Jorge-Wexner [JW]) and constipation (Knowles-Eccersley-Scott Symptom Constipation Score [KESS]) were recorded at 10 and 24 weeks after inclusion. Data were analysed on an intention-to-treat basis. RESULTS A total of 34 patients were randomised: 16 patients to conservative bowel management and 18 patients to transanal irrigation. A total of 19/31 (61%) patients improved at week 10, 13 (76%) in the transanal irrigation group versus six (43%) in the conservative group (p = 0.056). In the irrigation group, the decrease in NBD score was -6.9 (-9.9 to -4.02) versus -1.9 (-6.5 to -2.8) in the conservative group (p = 0.049 in univariate and p = 0.004 in multivariate analysis). The NBD, Cleveland (JW and KESS) and Rosenberg scores were significantly lower in the transanal irrigation group than in the conservative bowel management group at week 10. CONCLUSIONS This prospective, randomised, controlled, multicentre study in adult patients with SB suggests that transanal irrigation may be more effective than conservative bowel management.
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- Charlène Brochard
- Service d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France.,The Enteric Nervous System in Gut and Brain Disorders INSERM, TENS, Université de Nantes, Nantes, France.,Centre Référence Maladies Rares Spina Bifida, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France
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- Centre Référence Maladies Rares Spina Bifida, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France
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- The Enteric Nervous System in Gut and Brain Disorders INSERM, TENS, Université de Nantes, Nantes, France.,Service universitaire de Médecine Physique et Réadaptation Neurologique, Nantes Université, Nantes, France
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- Centre Référence Maladies Rares Spina Bifida, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France.,INSERM CIC 1414, INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,Service d'Urologie, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France
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- INSERM CIC 1414, INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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- Centre Référence Maladies Rares Spina Bifida, CHRU Pontchaillou, Rennes, France.,INSERM CIC 1414, INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHRU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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Faecal incontinence, which is defined by the unintentional loss of solid or liquid stool, has a worldwide prevalence of ≤7% in community-dwelling adults and can markedly impair quality of life. Nonetheless, many patients might not volunteer the symptom owing to embarrassment. Bowel disturbances, particularly diarrhoea, anal sphincter trauma (obstetrical injury or previous surgery), rectal urgency and burden of chronic illness are the main risk factors for faecal incontinence; others include neurological disorders, inflammatory bowel disease and pelvic floor anatomical disturbances. Faecal incontinence is classified by its type (urge, passive or combined), aetiology (anorectal disturbance, bowel symptoms or both) and severity, which is derived from the frequency, volume, consistency and nature (urge or passive) of stool leakage. Guided by the clinical features, diagnostic tests and therapies are implemented stepwise. When simple measures (for example, bowel modifiers such as fibre supplements, laxatives and anti-diarrhoeal agents) fail, anorectal manometry and other tests (endoanal imaging, defecography, rectal compliance and sensation, and anal neurophysiological tests) are performed as necessary. Non-surgical options (diet and lifestyle modification, behavioural measures, including biofeedback therapy, pharmacotherapy for constipation or diarrhoea, and anal or vaginal barrier devices) are often effective, especially in patients with mild faecal incontinence. Thereafter, perianal bulking agents, sacral neuromodulation and other surgeries may be considered when necessary.
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- Adil E Bharucha
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
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- Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- University Hospital, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Royal North Shore Hospital and University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, University of Georgia, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Blizard Institute, Centre for Neuroscience, Surgery & Trauma, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- University Hospital, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Tübingen, Germany.
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Obesity is increasing worldwide with significant healthcare implications. We searched PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase and Cochrane Library for articles registered until June 2020 to explore the relationship between obesity, urinary (UI) and anal incontinence (AI). Obesity is associated with low-grade, systemic inflammation and pro-inflammatory cytokine release, producing reactive oxygen species and oxidative stress (1). This alters collagen metabolism and, in combination with increased intraabdominal pressure, contributes to UI development. Whereas in AI, stool consistency may be a factor. Weight loss can reduce UI and should be a management focus, however effect on AI is less clear. Keywords: Obesity, Urinary incontinence, Anal incontinence.
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- Stergios K Doumouchtsis
- Epsom and Saint, Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surrey, UK
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- Epsom and Saint, Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Surrey, UK
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Mohamed F, Jeram M, Coomarasamy C, Lauti M, Wilson D, MacCormick AD. Does Bariatric Surgery Improve Faecal Incontinence? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Obes Surg 2021; 31:2942-53. [PMID: 33852150 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-021-05360-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2020] [Revised: 03/08/2021] [Accepted: 03/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Introduction Obesity increases the risk of pelvic floor disorders in individuals with obesity, including faecal incontinence. Faecal incontinence (FI) is a condition with important clinical and psychosocial consequences. Though it is associated with obesity, the effect of bariatric surgery on the prevalence and severity of FI is not well reported. Objective To assess the effect of bariatric surgery on the prevalence and severity of FI in adult patients with obesity. Methods This systematic review was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA statement. Two independent reviewers performed a literature search in MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane and Embase from 1 January 1980 to 12 January 2019. We included published English-language randomized control trials and observational studies assessing pre- and post-bariatric surgery prevalence or severity of FI. Random-effects models with DerSimonian and Laird’s variance estimator were used for meta-analysis. Results Thirteen studies were included, eight assessing prevalence (678 patients) and 11 assessing severity of FI (992 patients). There was no significant difference in prevalence post-operatively overall, though it trended towards a reduction [pooled OR=0.55; =0.075]. There was a significant reduction of FI prevalence in women post-bariatric surgery [95% CI 0.22 to 0.94, p=0.034]. There was a statistically significant reduction in FI prevalence following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and one anastomosis gastric bypass [0.46, 95% CI 0.26 to 0.81; p=0.007]. There was no significant reduction of incontinence episodes post-operatively [pooled mean difference =−0.17, 95% CI −0.90 to 0.56; p=0.65]. Quality of life (QOL) was not significantly improved post-bariatric surgery [mean differences for the following facets of QOL: behaviour −0.35, 95% CI −0.94 to 0.24; depression 0.04, 95% CI −0.12 to 0.2; lifestyle −0.33, 95% CI −0.98 to 0.33; p values of 0.25, 0.61 and 0.33, respectively]. Discussion There was a significant reduction in FI prevalence in women and those who underwent Roux-en-Y or one anastomosis gastric bypass. Our results for FI prevalence overall, FI severity and impact on quality of life were not statistically significant. Larger studies are needed in this under-researched area to determine the true effect of bariatric surgery on FI. Graphical abstract ![]()
Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11695-021-05360-7.
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Mazur-Bialy AI, Kołomańska-Bogucka D, Opławski M, Tim S. Physiotherapy for Prevention and Treatment of Fecal Incontinence in Women-Systematic Review of Methods. J Clin Med. 2020;9. [PMID: 33053702 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9103255] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2020] [Revised: 10/06/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Fecal incontinence (FI) affects approximately 0.25-6% of the population, both men and women. The most common causes of FI are damage to/weakness of the anal sphincter muscle and/or pelvic floor muscles, as well as neurological changes in the central or peripheral nervous system. The purpose of this study is to report the results of a systematic review of the possibilities and effectiveness of physiotherapy techniques for the prevention and treatment of FI in women. For this purpose, the PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science databases were searched for 2000-2020. A total of 22 publications qualified for detailed analysis. The studies showed that biofeedback (BF), anal sphincter muscle exercises, pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT), and electrostimulation (ES) are effective in relieving FI symptoms, as reflected in the International Continence Society recommendations (BF: level A; PFMT and ES: level B). Research has confirmed that physiotherapy, by improving muscle strength, endurance, and anal sensation, is beneficial in the prevention of FI, both as an independent method of conservative treatment or in pre/post-surgery treatment. Moreover, it can significantly improve the quality of life of patients. In conclusion, physiotherapy (in particular, BF, PFMT, or ES, as effective methods) should be one of the key elements in the comprehensive therapy of patients with FI.
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Pelletier AL, Boukris A, Karunakaran S, Dib F, Laouénan C, Hansel B, Arapis K, Abramowitz L. A prospective study of anal symptoms and continence among obese patients before and after bariatric surgery. Tech Coloproctol 2020; 24:1263-9. [PMID: 32889691 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-020-02316-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2020] [Accepted: 07/30/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND The effects of bariatric surgery on anal continence are not known. Data about proctologic lesions are very rare and do not include clinical data. The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate anal continence and anal lesions before and after sleeve gastrectomy (SG). METHODS We prospectively included all patients presenting for bariatric surgery consultation at Bichat-Claude Bernard University Hospital, Paris, France, between 20 April 2015 and 16 December 2017. The patients were evaluated with questionnaires, anorectal manometry and clinical examination before SG (at enrollment) and between 12 and 24 months after (SG). Anal incontinence was defined as a Vaizey score above 4. RESULTS Of 118 enrolled patients, 98 had SG. The patients were mostly women (n = 99, 84.6%). Median patient age was 45 years (IQR 34-54 years). The median follow-up period after surgery among the 86 patients who completed follow-up was 15 months (IQR 12.5-17.3 months). There was no significant change in the prevalence of anal incontinence after SG (12.8% preoperatively vs 24.4% postoperatively, p = 0.06). The median Vaizey score was 4 (IQR 4-4) both before and after SG (p = 0.1). No patient had de novo anal incontinence but worsening of anal incontinence was noted in 10 patients. Manometry revealed significantly lower median resting pressure (29 mmHg [IQR 22-68 mmHg] vs 22 mmHg [IQR 15-30 mmHg], p = 0.0015) and maximal squeeze pressure (IQR 29-74 mmHg vs IQR 30-60 mmHg, p = 0.0008) after SG. Anismus was more frequent after SG and was associated with constipation and Bristol type 1-2 stool consistency. Quality of life was unchanged. Proctologic lesions were rare and were present in 11 patients (12%) at enrollment and in 2 (2.4%) at follow-up. CONCLUSIONS SG affected clinical anal continence but not significantly, and manometric measurements for anal pressures were lower postoperatively. Proctologic lesions were rare in this study population.
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Brochard C, Ropert A, Chambaz M, Gouriou C, Cardaillac C, Grainville T, Bouguen G, Siproudhis L. Chronic pelvic pain and rectal prolapse invite consideration of enterocele. Colorectal Dis 2020; 22:325-330. [PMID: 31622543 DOI: 10.1111/codi.14877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2019] [Accepted: 09/30/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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AIM Data on the pathogenesis and symptoms of enterocele are limited. The objectives of this study were to determine the clinical phenotype of patients with enterocele, to highlight the main functional and/or anatomical associations and to improve the accuracy of the preoperative assessment of pelvic floor disorders. METHOD A total of 588 patients who were referred to a tertiary unit for an anorectal complaint completed a self-administered questionnaire and underwent physical examination, anorectal manometry and defaecography. Using defaecography, enterocele was defined as a radiological hernia of the small bowel into an enlarged rectovaginal space. One hundred and thirty-five patients with enterocele were age- and gender-matched with 270 patients without enterocele. Factors associated with enterocele were assessed using univariate and multivariate analysis models. RESULTS Patients with enterocele were less frequently obese than patients without enterocele (8/135 vs 36/270; P = 0.02) and more frequently had a past history of pelvic surgery (51/135 vs 75/270; P = 0.04). They complained more frequently of pelvic pain on bearing down (29/135 vs 24/270; P = 0.003), anal procidentia (37/135 vs 46/270; P = 0.01) and more frequently had irritable bowel syndrome (83/135 vs 131/270; P = 0.01) and severe constipation according to the Kess score (104/135 vs 182/270; P = 0.04). Anorectal function was comparable between the two groups. Patients with enterocele had more frequent rectoceles and overt rectal prolapses than patients without enterocele. CONCLUSIONS Enterocele should be investigated in patients with chronic pelvic pain, overt rectal prolapse and/or a past history of pelvic surgery.
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- C Brochard
- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennesss 1, Rennes, France.,Services d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,INSERM U1241, Equipe EXPRES, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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- Services d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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- Services d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennesss 1, Rennes, France
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- Service de Gynécologie-obstétrique et Médecine de la Reproduction, Hôpital Mère-Enfant, CHU de Nantes, Nantes, France
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- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennesss 1, Rennes, France
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- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennesss 1, Rennes, France.,INSERM U1241, Equipe EXPRES, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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- Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, CHU Pontchaillou, Université de Rennesss 1, Rennes, France.,INSERM U1241, Equipe EXPRES, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France.,INPHY, Université de Rennes 1, Rennes, France
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Oblizajek NR, Gandhi S, Sharma M, Chakraborty S, Muthyala A, Prichard D, Feuerhak K, Bharucha AE. Anorectal pressures measured with high-resolution manometry in healthy people-Normal values and asymptomatic pelvic floor dysfunction. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2019; 31:e13597. [PMID: 30957382 PMCID: PMC6559859 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.13597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2018] [Revised: 02/27/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND High-resolution manometry (HRM) is used to measure rectoanal pressures in defecatory disorders and fecal incontinence. This study sought to define normal values for rectoanal HRM, ascertain the effects of age and BMI on rectoanal pressures, and compare pressures in asymptomatic women with normal and prolonged balloon expulsion time (BET). METHODS High-resolution manometry pressures and BET were measured in 163 asymptomatic healthy participants. Women (96) and men (47) with normal BET were used to estimate normal values and the effects of age/BMI on pressures using a Medtronic 4.2-mm-diameter rectoanal catheter. KEY RESULTS Age is associated with lower resting pressure, higher rectal pressure during evacuation, and a higher rectoanal gradient during evacuation in women and men. In women, the BET is also inversely correlated with age while the BMI is correlated with a higher threshold volume for discomfort and a longer BET. The anal squeeze pressure increment, squeeze duration, and HPZ length are higher in men than women. The rectoanal gradient during evacuation is also lower (ie, more negative) in asymptomatic women with an abnormal than a normal BET. CONCLUSIONS & INFERENCES These findings provide an expanded database of normal values for anorectal HRM in men and women. Age and sex affect anal resting and squeeze pressures, respectively; rectal pressure during evacuation is also higher in older people. Less than 15% of asymptomatic people have BET >60 seconds, which is associated with manometry features of impaired evacuation.
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Division of Internal Medicine
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Carter D, Bardan E, Maradey-Romero C. Clinical and physiological risk factors for fecal incontinence in chronically constipated women. Tech Coloproctol 2019; 23:429-434. [PMID: 31016549 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-019-01985-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/17/2018] [Accepted: 04/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fecal incontinence (FI) and chronic constipation (CC) are disabling symptoms that cause a significant public health problem. The pathophysiology of combined constipation and FI is not fully understood. Our aim was to delineate the clinical, physiological and anatomical factors that may contribute to the association of FI and CC. METHODS A retrospective study was performed in a pelvic floor unit in a tertiary medical center. Consecutive female patients diagnosed with CC were included, and further divided into two groups according to the co-occurrence of FI. Demographic characteristics, anorectal physiology (obtained by manometry) and pelvic anatomical pathology (as assessed by dynamic pelvic ultrasound) were recorded and subsequently compared. RESULTS A total of 267 women were included in the study. Of those, 62 patients (23%) had an associated FI (CCFI). The CCFI group had higher body mass index (BMI) levels and a trend toward younger average age as compared to the group without FI (CCNFI). The number of vaginal and instrumental deliveries was similar in both groups. Anal resting and squeeze pressures were significantly lower in the CCFI group (64 ± 21 vs 48 ± 18, p = 0.004 and 141 ± 136.2 vs. 97.5 ± 38.6, p = 0.02, respectively). Rectal sensation abnormalities were common, but did not differ between both groups. Dyssynergic defecation and rectocele were more common in the CCNFI group (68% vs. 51%, p = 0.04 and 39% vs. 24%, p = 0/045, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Lower anal pressures and higher BMI were found among women with coexisting FI and CC. Pelvic floor anatomical and functional abnormalities are common in women diagnosed with CC and FI, but dyssynergia and diagnosis of significant rectocele, which cause obstructed defecation, were more common in the CCNFI group.
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- D Carter
- Department of Gastroenterology, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan, Israel.
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan, Israel
- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Chaim Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan, Israel
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Brochard C, Peyronnet B, Hascoet J, Olivier R, Manunta A, Jezequel M, Alimi Q, Ropert A, Neunlist M, Bouguen G, Siproudhis L. Defecation disorders in Spina Bifida: Realistic goals and best therapeutic approaches. Neurourol Urodyn 2018; 38:719-725. [PMID: 30575995 DOI: 10.1002/nau.23904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2018] [Accepted: 09/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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AIMS Spina Bifida (SB) is a rare congenital condition that frequently impairs the neurological control of both fecal continence and defecation. Several therapeutic strategies have been proposed but impact assessment is lacking. Our objectives were to quantify the symptomatic improvement and to determine the optimal strategy in this rare condition where randomized controlled trials are difficult to conduct. METHODS Data were extracted from a prospective database. The present analysis focused on patients having undergone at least two gastroenterological assessments. A standardized therapeutic approach was used from the first visit. Improvement was quantified by the variation of quantified symptomatic scores. RESULTS The data of of 57 adults with SB (gender F/M: 30/27 [52.6/47.4%]; mean age: 33.8 [18.5] years) were extracted. After a mean follow-up of 46 months, 23/57 patients (40.4%) had at least improvement of one point of the Cleveland Clinic Incontinence score (CCIS); 13/57 (22.8%) reported a significant improvement of continence (delta score >50%). Five of the twelve patients (41.6%) with CCIS < 5 at baseline became incontinent over time. The neurological level was not associated with a worse continence outcome. Work on stool consistency and transanal irrigation were the most useful strategies in those with significant improvement of continence. CONCLUSIONS Using conventional strategies, a benefit on fecal continence occurs in only one out of five patients suffering from Spina Bifida and continent patients at baseline can develop fecal incontinence over time. A strategy targeting improved control of defecation (transanal irrigation) and a standardization of follow-up protocol might be beneficial.
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- Charlène Brochard
- CHU Rennes, Service d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, Université Rennes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service d'Urologie, Université Rennes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service d'Urologie, Université Rennes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service d'Urologie, Centre Référence National Maladies Rares Spina Bifida-dysraphismes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Centre Référence National Maladies Rares Spina Bifida-dysraphismes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service d'Urologie, Centre Référence National Maladies Rares Spina Bifida-dysraphismes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service d'Explorations Fonctionnelles Digestives, Université Rennes, Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, Université Rennes, INSERM, Institut NUMECAN (Nutrition Metabolisms and Cancer), Rennes, France
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- CHU Rennes, Service des Maladies de l'Appareil Digestif, Université Rennes, INSERM, Institut NUMECAN (Nutrition Metabolisms and Cancer), Rennes, France
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