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den Hollander VEC, Trzpis M, Broens PMA. Relation between the internal anal sphincter and defecation disorders in patients with anorectal malformations. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr 2024. [PMID: 38946687 DOI: 10.1002/jpn3.12302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2024] [Accepted: 06/11/2024] [Indexed: 07/02/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To investigate associations between the rectoanal inhibitory reflex (RAIR), type of congenital anorectal malformations (ARMs), type of operation that patients with ARM had undergone, and objectively measured fecal incontinence and defecation problems. METHODS We retrospectively included 69 pediatric patients with ARM. All underwent anorectal function tests at the University Medical Center of Groningen during the last 10 years. We assessed anorectal physiology using the Rome IV criteria and anorectal function tests. RESULTS We found the reflex in 67% of patients and all types of ARMs. All patients who had not been operated on, and those who had undergone less extensive surgery possessed the reflex. In contrast, patients who underwent posterior sagittal anorectoplasty, 44% possessed it. We found no difference between mean rectal volumes in patients with and without the reflex (251 mL vs. 325 mL, respectively, p = 0.266). We found that over time, patients without the reflex seemed to develop significantly higher rectal volumes than patients who had it. We did not find a significant difference between the reflex and fecal incontinence; however, it seems that the absence of the reflex, resting anal sphincter pressure, and fecal incontinence are related. CONCLUSION The RAIR seems present in patients with ARM irrespective of their malformation type. Corrective surgery, however, may impair this reflex. Seemingly, its absence results in constipation with enlarged rectal volumes and fecal incontinence. Every effort should be made to preserve this reflex during surgery and to use extensive surgical procedures as sparingly as possible.
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- Venla E C den Hollander
- Department of Surgery, Anorectal Physiology Laboratory, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Anorectal Physiology Laboratory, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Anorectal Physiology Laboratory, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
- Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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Bhattacharya P, Hussain MI, Zaman S, Randle S, Tanveer Y, Faiz N, Sarma DR, Peravali R. Delorme's vs. Altemeier's in the management of rectal procidentia: systematic review and meta-analysis. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2023; 408:454. [PMID: 38041773 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-023-03181-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/15/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Rectal prolapse is a distressing condition for patients and no consensus exists on optimal surgical management. We compared outcomes of two common perineal operations (Delorme's and Altemeier's) used in the treatment of rectal prolapse. METHODS A systematic search of multiple electronic databases was conducted. Peri- and post-operative outcomes following Delorme's and Altemeier's procedures were extracted. Primary outcomes included recurrence rate, anastomotic dehiscence rate and mortality rate. The secondary outcomes were total operative time, volume of blood loss, length of hospital stay and coloanal anastomotic stricture formation. Revman 5.3 was used to perform all statistical analysis. RESULTS Ten studies with 605 patients were selected; 286 underwent Altemeier's procedure (standalone), 39 had Altemeier's with plasty (perineoplasty or levatoroplasty), and 280 had Delorme's. Recurrence rate [OR: 0.66; 95% CI [0.44-0.99], P = 0.05] was significantly lower and anastomotic dehiscence [RD: 0.05; 95% CI [0.00-0.09], P = 0.03] was significantly higher in the Altemeier's group. However, sub group analysis of Altemeier's with plasty failed to show significant differences in these outcomes compared with the Delorme's procedure. Length of hospital stay was significantly more following an Altemeier's operation compared with Delorme's [MD: 3.05, 95% CI [0.95 - 5.51], P = 0.004]. No significant difference was found in total operative time, intra-operative blood loss, coloanal anastomotic stricture formation and mortality rates between the two approaches. CONCLUSIONS A direct comparison of two common perineal procedures used in the treatment of rectal prolapse demonstrated that the Altemeier's approach was associated with better outcomes. Future, well-designed high quality RCTs with long-term follow up are needed to corroborate our findings.
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- Pratik Bhattacharya
- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK.
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- Department of General Surgery, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Swindon, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Craigavon Area Hospital, Portadown, Northern Ireland, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, The Dudley Group NHS Trust, Russells Hall Hospital, Dudley, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
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- Department of General Surgery, Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
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Nikjooy A, Khoshlahjeh Sedgh A, Mahjoubi B, Mirzaei R, Naziri M, Mirbehresi P. The Effects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Biofeedback Therapy on the Quality of Life, Anxiety, Depression and Somatic Symptoms in Patients with Dyssynergic Defecation: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2022; 36:74. [PMID: 36128319 PMCID: PMC9448504 DOI: 10.47176/mjiri.36.74] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Background: Dyssynergic defecation (DD) is a major cause of chronic functional constipation. Patients with DD have greater psychological distress and impaired health-related quality of life compared with the general population. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) combined with biofeedback therapy (BFT) on the quality of life, anxiety, depression and physical symptoms in patients with DD.
Methods: This randomized controlled trial (IRCT20141115019957N2) was conducted on 45DD patients who were referred to the Rehabilitation Clinic of Iran University of Medical Sciences in 2017. The convenience sampling method was used to select the participants and then they were randomly allocated into three equal groups using RANDBETWEEN function in Excel. The first group received a combination of BFT&CBT and also standard-of-care therapy (SoCT). The second group was treated with BFT and SoCT, and the third group received only SoCT. The patients were assessed by digital rectal examination and the Short Form-36, Spielberger Anxiety, Beck Depression and Constipation Scoring System questionnaires before and after the treatment.The data were analyzed by SPSS-22, ANOVA, ANCOVA and Chi-Square tests.
Results: Patients who received both CBT&BFT had significant improvement in symptoms of constipation, depression, and anxiety.Furthermore, BFT and CBT&BFT groups are valued equivalent only on the mental component of SF36 and the total SF36 questionnaire. But the physical component was significantly different, favoring CBT&BFT (p< 0.001). In CBT&BFT group,67%of patients reached the relaxed stage. In contrast, no patient reached the relaxed neither in BFT nor in SoCT.
Conclusion: According to our study, patients with unfavorable responses to BFT may become better if CBT is added to their treatment plan.
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- Afsaneh Nikjooy
- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Colorectal Research Center (CRRC), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran,Corresponding author: Dr Afsaneh Nikjooy,
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Colorectal Research Center (CRRC), Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Clinical applications of pelvic floor imaging: opinion statement endorsed by the society of abdominal radiology (SAR), American Urological Association (AUA), and American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS). Abdom Radiol (NY) 2021; 46:1451-1464. [PMID: 33772614 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-021-03017-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2020] [Revised: 02/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Pelvic floor dysfunction is prevalent, with multifactorial causes and variable clinical presentations. Accurate diagnosis and assessment of the involved structures commonly requires a multidisciplinary approach. Imaging is often complementary to clinical assessment, and the most commonly used modalities for pelvic floor imaging include fluoroscopic defecography, magnetic resonance defecography, and pelvic floor ultrasound. This collaboration opinion paper was developed by representatives from multiple specialties involved in care of patients with pelvic floor dysfunction (radiologists, urogynecologists, urologists, and colorectal surgeons). Here, we discuss the utility of imaging techniques in various clinical scenarios, highlighting the perspectives of referring physicians. The final draft was endorsed by the Society of Abdominal Radiology (SAR), American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS), and the American Urological Association (AUA).
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Chronic constipation is one of the five most common symptoms seen by gastroenterologist. In the absence of alarm symptoms, a confident symptom-based diagnosis can often be made using the Rome criteria. Three different subtypes have been identified to date: normal transit constipation, defaecatory disorders and slow transit constipation. Differentiation between these subtypes can be made through functional testing using tests such as anorectal manometry with balloon expulsion and a radio-opaque marker test. In general, patients are initially advised to increase their fluid and fibre intake. When these general lifestyle recommendations do not improve patients' symptoms, a step-wise and add-on treatment approach should be applied. This review summarises the diagnostic criteria to differentiate functional constipation from other causes of chronic constipation. In addition, current drug treatment options, including discussion of new therapeutic targets are discussed. Further, practical treatment approaches (choice and dosing), include discussion of combination/augmentation, treatment failure (adherence/expectations), and relapse prevention are mentioned. Finally, treatment and management of pain and bloating aspects are included.
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- Jasper Pannemans
- Translational Research Centre for Gastrointestinal Disorders, University of Leuven, Herestraat 49, Box 701, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Translational Research Centre for Gastrointestinal Disorders, University of Leuven, Herestraat 49, Box 701, 3000, Leuven, Belgium
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- Translational Research Centre for Gastrointestinal Disorders, University of Leuven, Herestraat 49, Box 701, 3000, Leuven, Belgium.
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Anorectal disorders encompass structural, neuromuscular, and functional disorders. They are common, often distressing, and in some cases debilitating, and significantly add to the health care burden. They present with multiple, overlapping symptoms that can often obscure the underlying pathology and can pose significant diagnostic and management dilemmas. A meticulous history and comprehensive digital rectal examination can provide clarity on the diagnosis, appropriate testing, and management of these conditions. Today, with the development of sophisticated diagnostic tools such as high-resolution and high-definition (3-D) anorectal manometry, 3-D anal ultrasonography, magnetic resonance defecography and imaging, and neurophysiological tests such as translumbosacral anorectal magnetic stimulation, it is possible to more accurately define and characterize the underlying structural and functional abnormalities. In this review, we present a succinct update on the latest knowledge with regards to the pathophysiology, diagnosis and management of anal fissure, hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse, intussusception, rectocele, solitary rectal ulcer syndrome, levator ani syndrome, dyssynergic defecation and fecal incontinence.
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Talebi A, Alimadadi E, Akbari A, Bahardoust M, Towliat M, Eslami M, Agah S, Kashani AF. Improvement of Patient Satisfaction and Anorectal Manometry Parameters After Biofeedback Therapy in Patients with Different Types of Dyssynergic Defecation. Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback 2020; 45:267-274. [PMID: 32556708 DOI: 10.1007/s10484-020-09476-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Biofeedback is a well-known and effective treatment for patients with fecal evacuation disorder (FED). The main purpose of this study was to investigate the outcome and the effects of biofeedback therapy on physiological parameters as assessed by manometry in patients with FED. Data from 114 consecutive patients with FED who underwent biofeedback therapy in Sara Gastrointestinal clinic in Tehran, Iran during 2015-2018 were retrospectively reviewed and analyzed. All participants underwent a comprehensive evaluation of anorectal function that included anorectal manometry and a balloon expulsion test at the baseline and after biofeedback therapy. Maximum anal squeeze pressure and sustained anal squeeze pressure were improved up to 100% and 94.7% of normal values in the patients after biofeedback, respectively (P < 0.001). First rectal sensation, was significantly decreased (25 ± 18.5 vs. 15.5 ± 5.2) while the maximum tolerable volume was significantly increased (233.6 ± 89.7 vs. 182.4 ± 23.1) after biofeedback therapy (P < 0.001). Type I dyssynergia was the most common type, effecting 82 cases (71.9%) of our patients. Dyssynergia parameters were improved 50-80% in 34 (41.5%) and 10 (31.3%) type I and non-type I patients, respectively. Over 80% improvement of dyssynergia parameters occurred in 48 (58.5%) and 22 (68.8%) type I and non-type I patients, respectively. These differences were not statistically significant between the two groups (P = 0.3). In addition, the ability to reject the balloon was significantly better in post intervention measurements (P < 0.001). Biofeedback not only improves the symptoms in patients of FED but also reverses more than 80% the dyssynergic parameters of defecation. However, due to the general effectiveness of biofeedback treatment in different types of DD, there were no significant differences between their improvement scores.
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- Atefeh Talebi
- Colorectal Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Colorectal and Ostomy Nurse, Special Education of OWI (Ostomy Wound Incontinence) from Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
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- Colorectal Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Colorectal Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Colorectal Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Chronic constipation: new insights, better outcomes? Lancet Gastroenterol Hepatol 2019; 4:873-882. [DOI: 10.1016/s2468-1253(19)30199-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2019] [Revised: 06/03/2019] [Accepted: 06/06/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Kim NY, Kim DH, Pickhardt PJ, Carchman EH, Wald A, Robbins JB. Defecography: An Overview of Technique, Interpretation, and Impact on Patient Care. Gastroenterol Clin North Am 2018; 47:553-568. [PMID: 30115437 DOI: 10.1016/j.gtc.2018.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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Pelvic floor and defecatory dysfunction are common in the female patient population. When combined with physical examination, barium defecography allows for accurate and expanded assessment of the underlying pathology and helps to guide future intervention. Understanding the imaging findings of barium defecography in the spectrum of pathology of the anorectum and pelvic floor allows one to appropriately triage and treat patients presenting with defecatory dysfunction.
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- Nathan Y Kim
- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA
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- Department of Radiology, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health, 600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792, USA.
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Physical Therapy for Fecal Incontinence in Children with Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia. J Pediatr 2017; 190:74-78. [PMID: 28807359 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpeds.2017.06.074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2017] [Revised: 05/26/2017] [Accepted: 06/30/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To determine the efficacy of physical therapy (PT) for fecal incontinence in children with pelvic floor dyssynergia (PFD). STUDY DESIGN Retrospective chart review of children with PFD completing >1 PT session for fecal incontinence at a quaternary children's hospital. The frequency of fecal incontinence (primary outcome), constipation-related medication use, number of bowel movements (in those with <3 per week at baseline) and pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function were captured at baseline and at the final PT visit. Outcomes were categorized as excellent (complete continence), good (>50% decrease in fecal incontinence frequency), fair (not worsening but <50% fecal incontinence frequency decrease), and poor (more frequent fecal incontinence). Compliance with PT was determined by the percentage of attended PT appointments. RESULTS Children included met the following primary outcomes: 27 (42.2%) excellent, 24 (37.5%) good, 11 (17.1%) fair, and 2 (3.1%) poor. Factors associated with an excellent or good outcome included improved PFM functioning and good (≥70% PT attendance) compliance. Children with a history of surgically corrected tethered spinal cord were more likely to have a fair outcome (P = .015). Use of constipation-related medications decreased (1.9 ± 0.7 vs 1.5 ± 0.9, P = .005). Weekly bowel movement frequency increased (1.6 ± 0.6 vs 6.4 ± 4.8, P < .001) in those with infrequent bowel movements (n = 26) at baseline. CONCLUSIONS Pelvic floor PT is effective in the majority of children with fecal incontinence related to PFD. Factors associated with PT efficacy include improved PFM functioning, good compliance with PT, and history of tethered cord.
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Skardoon GR, Khera AJ, Emmanuel AV, Burgell RE. Review article: dyssynergic defaecation and biofeedback therapy in the pathophysiology and management of functional constipation. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2017; 46:410-423. [PMID: 28660663 DOI: 10.1111/apt.14174] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2016] [Revised: 10/18/2016] [Accepted: 05/13/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Functional constipation is a common clinical presentation in primary care. Functional defaecation disorders are defined as the paradoxical contraction or inadequate relaxation of the pelvic floor muscles during attempted defaecation (dyssynergic defaecation) and/or inadequate propulsive forces during attempted defaecation. Prompt diagnosis and management of dyssynergic defaecation is hindered by uncertainty regarding nomenclature, diagnostic criteria, pathophysiology and efficacy of management options such as biofeedback therapy. AIM To review the evidence pertaining to the pathophysiology of functional defaecation disorders and the efficacy of biofeedback therapy in the management of patients with dyssynergic defaecation and functional constipation. METHODS Relevant articles addressing functional defaecation disorders and the efficacy of biofeedback therapy in the management of dyssynergic defaecation and functional constipation were identified from a search of Pubmed, MEDLINE Ovid and the Cochrane Library. RESULTS The prevalence of dyssynergic defaecation in patients investigated for chronic constipation is as many as 40%. Randomised controlled trials have demonstrated major symptom improvement in 70%-80% of patients undergoing biofeedback therapy for chronic constipation resistant to standard medical therapy and have determined it to be superior to polyethylene glycol laxatives, diazepam or sham therapy. Long-term studies have shown 55%-82% of patients maintain symptom improvement. CONCLUSIONS Dyssynergic defaecation is a common clinical condition in patients with chronic constipation not responding to conservative management. Biofeedback therapy appears to be a safe, successful treatment with sustained results for patients with dyssynergic defaecation. Further studies are required to standardise the diagnosis of dyssynergic defaecation in addition to employing systematic protocols for biofeedback therapy.
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- Alfred Health Continence Clinic, Caulfield, Vic., Australia
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- GI Physiology Unit, University College Hospital, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, London, UK
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- Alfred Health and Monash University, Melbourne, Vic., Australia
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Dimitriou N, Shah V, Stark D, Mathew R, Miller AS, Yeung JMC. Defecating Disorders: A Common Cause of Constipation in Women. WOMENS HEALTH 2015; 11:485-500. [DOI: 10.2217/whe.15.25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Defecating disorders are a common and complex problem. There are a range of anatomical and functional bowel abnormalities that can lead to this condition. Treatment is difficult and needs a multidisciplinary approach. First line treatment for defecating disorders is conservative. For those that fail conservative treatment, some may respond to surgical therapy but with variable results. The aim of this review is to offer an overview of defecating disorders as well as provide an algorithm on how to diagnose and treat them with the help of a multidisciplinary and multimodal approach.
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- Nikoletta Dimitriou
- 1st Department of Surgery, University of Athens, Medical School, Laiko Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Radiology, Leicester Royal Infirmary, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Leicester Royal Infirmary, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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This issue provides a clinical overview of constipation, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and patient information. The content of In the Clinic is drawn from the clinical information and education resources of the American College of Physicians (ACP), including ACP Smart Medicine and MKSAP (Medical Knowledge and Self-Assessment Program). Annals of Internal Medicine editors develop In the Clinic from these primary sources in collaboration with the ACP's Medical Education and Publishing divisions and with the assistance of science writers and physician writers. Editorial consultants from ACP Smart Medicine and MKSAP provide expert review of the content. Readers who are interested in these primary resources for more detail can consult http://smartmedicine.acponline.org, http://mksap.acponline.org, and other resources referenced in each issue of In the Clinic.
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Nikjooy A, Maroufi N, Ebrahimi Takamjani I, Hadizdeh Kharazi H, Mahjoubi B, Azizi R, Haghani H. MR defecography: a diagnostic test for the evaluation of pelvic floor motion in patients with dyssynergic defecation after biofeedback therapy. Med J Islam Repub Iran 2015; 29:188. [PMID: 26034741 PMCID: PMC4431447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2014] [Accepted: 02/14/2015] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Dyssynergic defecation is a major cause of chronic functional constipation as a common digestive complaint. We clinically evaluated the effects of biofeedback therapy on the pelvic floor motion indices through magnetic resonance (MR) defecography, quality of life and depression in patients with dyssynergic defecation. METHODS In this clinical trial study, among patients referring to the Colorectal Clinic of Hazrat Rasoul Hospital, 22 subjects were randomly assigned into two equal groups (n= 11) to receive either standard only or biofeedback and standard therapy. Dynamic changes of the pelvic floor were measured by MR defecography. During the simulated defecation, two MR defecography dynamic indices including abnormal anorectal angle change and perineal descent were measured before and after treatment. The effects of biofeedback therapy on patients' symptoms, quality of life and severity of depression were assessed and compared with the standard therapy. Statistical analysis was carried out using independent _t-test and Mann-Whitney test. RESULTS Paradox index (p< 0.001), perineal descent index (p< 0.001), depression (p< 0.1), physical function (p< 0.001), vitality (p< 0.001) and role emotion (p< 0.001) significantly improved in the biofeedback therapy group in contrast to the standard therapy SDT group. CONCLUSION Biofeedback therapy appears to be effective in improving symptoms of functional constipation and dysfunction of pelvic floor motion as well as patient's quality of life and depression state. MR defecography is able to show the changes in dynamic indices of the pelvic floor through biofeedback therapy.
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- Afsaneh Nikjooy
- 1 PhD Candidate, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 2 Associate Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 3 Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation, Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 4 Assistant Professor, Babak imaging Center, & Department of Radiology, Rasoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 5 Associate Professor, Surgery Department, Colorectal Research Center (CRRC) Rasoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 6 Assistant Professor, Colorectal Surgery Department, Rasoul Akram Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- 7 Assistant Professor, School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Mugie SM, Bates DG, Punati JB, Benninga MA, Di Lorenzo C, Mousa HM. The value of fluoroscopic defecography in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of defecation disorders in children. Pediatr Radiol 2015; 45:173-80. [PMID: 25266954 DOI: 10.1007/s00247-014-3137-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2013] [Revised: 05/30/2014] [Accepted: 07/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Defecography is a study to assess anorectal function during evacuation. OBJECTIVE To investigate the value of fluoroscopic defecography in directing diagnostic and therapeutic management in children with defecation disorders. MATERIALS AND METHODS We reviewed all fluoroscopic defecography studies performed (2003-2009) in children with defecation problems and normal anorectal motility studies. Results were classified into three groups: (1) normal pelvic floor function; (2) pelvic floor dyssynergia, including incomplete relaxation of pelvic musculature, inconsistent change in anorectal angle and incomplete voluntary evacuation; (3) structural abnormality, including excessive pelvic floor descent with an intra-rectal intussusception, rectocele or rectal prolapse. RESULTS We included 18 patients (13 boys, median age 9.1 years). Indication for fluoroscopic defecography was chronic constipation in 56%, fecal incontinence in 22% and rectal prolapse in 22%. Defecography showed pelvic floor dyssynergia in 9 children (50%), a structural abnormality in 4 (22%) and normal pelvic floor function in 5 (28%). In 12 children (67%) the outcome of fluoroscopic defecography directly influenced therapeutic management. After defecography 4 children (22%) were referred for anorectal biofeedback treatment, 4 children (22%) for surgery, 2 children (11%) for additional MR defecography, and 1 child to the psychology department, and medication was changed in 1 child. In 6 children (33%) the result did not change the management. In 9 children (75%) the change of management was successful. CONCLUSIONS Fluoroscopic defecography can be a useful tool in understanding the pathophysiology and it may provide information that impacts management of children with refractory defecation disorders.
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- Suzanne M Mugie
- Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, OH, USA,
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Maglinte DDT, Hale DS, Sandrasegaran K. Comparison between dynamic cystocolpoproctography and dynamic pelvic floor MRI: pros and cons: which is the "functional" examination for anorectal and pelvic floor dysfunction? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014; 38:952-73. [PMID: 22446896 DOI: 10.1007/s00261-012-9870-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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"Functional" imaging of anorectal and pelvic floor dysfunction has assumed an important role in the diagnosis and management of these disorders. Although defecography has been widely practiced for decades to evaluate the dynamics of rectal emptying, debate concerning its clinical relevance, how it should be done and interpreted continues. Due to the recognition of the association of defecatory disorders with pelvic organ prolapse in women, the need to evaluate the pelvic floor as a unit has arisen. To meet this need, defecography has been extended to include not only evaluation of defecation disorders but also the rest of the pelvic floor by opacifying the small bowel, vagina, and the urinary bladder. The term "dynamic cystocolpoproctography" (DCP) has been appropriately applied to this examination. Rectal emptying performed with DCP provides the maximum stress to the pelvic floor resulting in complete levator ani relaxation. In addition to diagnosing defecatory disorders, this method of examination demonstrates maximum pelvic organ descent and provides organ-specific quantification of organ prolapse, information that is only inferred by means of physical examination. It has been found to be of clinical value in patients with defecation disorders and the diagnosis of associated prolapse in other compartments that are frequently unrecognized by history taking and the limitations of physical examination. Pelvic floor anatomy is complex and DCP does not show the anatomical details pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) provides. Technical advances allowing acquisition of dynamic rapid MRI sequences has been applied to pelvic floor imaging. Early reports have shown that pelvic MRI may be a useful tool in pre-operative planning of these disorders and may lead to a change in surgical therapy. Predictions of hypothetical increase cancer incidence and deaths in patients exposed to radiation, the emergence of pelvic floor MRI in addition to questions relating to the clinical significance of DCP findings have added to these controversies. This review analyses the pros and cons between DCP and dynamic pelvic floor MRI, addresses imaging and interpretive controversies, and their relevance to clinical management.
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- Dean D T Maglinte
- Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indiana University Hospital, 550 N, University Boulevard, UH0279, Indianapolis, IN, 46202-5253, USA,
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Sung VW, Rardin CR, Raker CA, LaSala CA, Myers DL. Changes in bowel symptoms 1 year after rectocele repair. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2012; 207:423.e1-5. [PMID: 22835490 PMCID: PMC3484201 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2012.06.054] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2012] [Revised: 04/30/2012] [Accepted: 06/27/2012] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We sought to evaluate changes in bowel symptoms after rectocele repair and identify risk factors for persistent symptoms. STUDY DESIGN We conducted ancillary analysis of a randomized surgical trial for rectocele repair. Subjects underwent examinations and completed questionnaires for bowel symptoms at baseline and 12 months postoperatively. Outcomes included resolution, persistence, or de novo bowel symptoms. We used multiple logistic regression to identify risk factors for bowel symptom persistence. RESULTS A total of 160 women enrolled: 139 had baseline bowel symptoms and 85% had 12-month data. The prevalence of bowel symptoms decreased after rectocele repair (56% vs 23% splinting, 74% vs 37% straining, 85% vs 19% incomplete evacuation, 66% vs 14% obstructive defecation; P < .001 for all). On multiple logistic regression, a longer history of splinting was a risk factor for persistent postoperative splinting (adjusted odds ratio, 2.25; 95% confidence interval, 1.02-4.93). CONCLUSION Bowel symptoms may improve after rectocele repair, but almost half of women will have persistent symptoms.
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- Vivian W Sung
- Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, RI, USA
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Jiang C, Ding Z, Wang M, Yang G, Situ G, Wu Y, Zheng K, Tang S, Liu Z, Qian Q. A transanal procedure using an endoscopic linear stapler for obstructed defecation syndrome: the first Chinese experience. Tech Coloproctol 2011; 16:21-7. [PMID: 22116398 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-011-0789-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2011] [Accepted: 11/03/2011] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Transanal surgery using an endoscopic linear stapler is a recognized, but not widely performed technique for the treatment of obstructed defecation syndrome (ODS). A study of consecutive patients was conducted to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the technique for the treatment of ODS in Chinese patients. METHODS From November 2008 to December 2010, 43 female patients with ODS caused by rectocele and/or rectal intussusception underwent transanal surgery using an endoscopic linear stapler in three Chinese hospitals. Clinical and functional data including the Wexner constipation score and outcome classification were analyzed retrospectively. RESULTS The average duration of surgery was 23 ± 4 min (range 15-30 min). Blood loss was 10 ± 2 ml (range 5-15 ml). The average postoperative hospital stay was 5 days (range 4-6 days). The pathologic findings showed that the specimen contained rectal muscle in all patients. Postoperative complications included 4 patients with transient fecal urgency, 3 patients with anorectal pain, and one patient with mild bleeding from the stapled suture line. Three patients reported minor fecal incontinence (Wexner score less than 3). During a median follow-up of 12 months (range, 3-26 months), the mean constipation score improved from preoperative 13.56 to postoperative 5.07 at 1 year (P < 0.05). The outcome at 1 year was excellent in 18 of 43 patients, good in 13, fairly good in 7, and poor in 5. Postoperative defecography was performed in 28 patients. Rectocele disappeared in 15 patients. Rectocele depth was reduced from 34 ± 4 mm preoperatively to 17 ± 3 mm postoperatively (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The transanal procedure using an endoscopic linear stapler is an easy, safe, and effective option for selected patients with ODS. Long-term prospective, randomized, controlled studies are needed to confirm the advantages of this procedure in comparison with the traditional transanal and stapled transanal rectal resection (STARR) techniques.
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- C Jiang
- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, 430071, China
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Rao SSC, Go JT. Update on the management of constipation in the elderly: new treatment options. Clin Interv Aging 2010; 5:163-71. [PMID: 20711435 PMCID: PMC2920196 DOI: 10.2147/cia.s8100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2010] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Constipation disproportionately affects older adults, with a prevalences of 50% in community-dwelling elderly and 74% in nursing-home residents. Loss of mobility, medications, underlying diseases, impaired anorectal sensation, and ignoring calls to defecate are as important as dyssynergic defecation or irritable bowel syndrome in causing constipation. Detailed medical history on medications and co-morbid problems, and meticulous digital rectal examination may help identify causes of constipation. Likewise, blood tests and colonoscopy may identify organic causes such as colon cancer. Physiological tests such as colonic transit study with radio-opaque markers or wireless motility capsule, anorectal manometry, and balloon expulsion tests can identify disorders of colonic and anorectal function. However, in the elderly, there is usually more than one mechanism, requiring an individualized but multifactorial treatment approach. The management of constipation continues to evolve. Although osmotic laxatives such as polyethylene glycol remain mainstay, several new agents that target different mechanisms appear promising such as chloride-channel activator (lubiprostone), guanylate cyclase agonist (linaclotide), 5HT4 agonist (prucalopride), and peripherally acting μ-opioid receptor antagonists (alvimopan and methylnaltrexone) for opioid-induced constipation. Biofeedback therapy is efficacious for treating dyssynergic defecation and fecal impaction with soiling. However, data on efficacy and safety of drugs in elderly are limited and urgently needed.
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- Satish S C Rao
- Section of Neurogastroenterology, Division of Gastroenterology-Hepatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Iowa City, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, Iowa, USA.
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