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Baidoo N, Sanger GJ. The human colon: Evidence for degenerative changes during aging and the physiological consequences. Neurogastroenterol Motil 2024:e14848. [PMID: 38887160 DOI: 10.1111/nmo.14848] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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BACKGROUND The incidence of constipation increases among the elderly (>65 years), while abdominal pain decreases. Causes include changes in lifestyle (e.g., diet and reduced exercise), disease and medications affecting gastrointestinal functions. Degenerative changes may also occur within the colo-rectum. However, most evidence is from rodents, animals with relatively high rates of metabolism and accelerated aging, with considerable variation in time course. In humans, cellular and non-cellular changes in the aging intestine are poorly investigated. PURPOSE To examine all available studies which reported the effects of aging on cellular and tissue functions of human isolated colon, noting the region studied, sex and age of tissue donors and study size. The focus on human colon reflects the ability to access full-thickness tissue over a wide age range, compared with other gastrointestinal regions. Details are important because of natural human variability. We found age-related changes within the muscle, in the enteric and nociceptor innervation, and in the submucosa. Some involve all regions of colon, but the ascending colon appears more vulnerable. Changes can be cell- and sublayer-dependent. Mechanisms are unclear but may include development of "senescent-like" and associated inflammaging, perhaps associated with increased mucosal permeability to harmful luminal contents. In summary, reduced nociceptor innervation can explain diminished abdominal pain among the elderly. Degenerative changes within the colon wall may have little impact on symptoms and colonic functions, because of high "functional reserve," but are likely to facilitate the development of constipation during age-related challenges (e.g., lifestyle, disease, and medications), now operating against a reduced functional reserve.
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- Nicholas Baidoo
- School of Life Sciences, University of Westminster, London, UK
- Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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Arthur PS. Desenvolvimento de Suplementos Artesanais, Análise e Comparação com Suplementos Industriais para Pacientes em Estado de Caquexia do Câncer. REVISTA BRASILEIRA DE CANCEROLOGIA 2023. [DOI: 10.32635/2176-9745.rbc.2023v69n2.3855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/03/2023] Open
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Introdução: Um desfecho clínico que pode afetar cerca de 80% dos pacientes com câncer é a caquexia, condição caracterizada pela perda de massa muscular ou de peso, anorexia e perda ou diminuição da força física. Uma estratégia para preservar a via de alimentação oral é a suplementação nutricional. Objetivo: Elaborar suplementos nutricionais artesanais orais cujos macronutrientes sejam similares aos industrializados e comparar as formulações propostas com suplementos industriais em relação à composição nutricional e aos aspectos econômicos. Método: A composição nutricional foi calculada a partir das fichas técnicas, com auxílio da tabela de composição química dos alimentos da Escola Paulista de Medicina e da Tabela Brasileira de Composição de Alimentos. O preço médio dos suplementos industriais foi calculado com base nos valores praticados no mês de dezembro de 2022, consultados na ferramenta Google Shopping. Os ingredientes usados nos suplementos artesanais foram adquiridos em Piracicaba, SP. Resultados: Foram desenvolvidas cinco formulações artesanais comparáveis às formulações industriais em densidade calórica, energética e proteica. Todas utilizam predominantemente lácteos como fonte de proteína e ácido graxo monoinsaturado oleico como fonte lipídica. Os suplementos caseiros priorizam carboidratos naturalmente contidos nos alimentos. Conclusão: Os suplementos alimentares artesanais são alternativas economicamente viáveis e de perfil macronutricional similar aos industriais.
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Kassis A, Fichot MC, Horcajada MN, Horstman AMH, Duncan P, Bergonzelli G, Preitner N, Zimmermann D, Bosco N, Vidal K, Donato-Capel L. Nutritional and lifestyle management of the aging journey: A narrative review. Front Nutr 2023; 9:1087505. [PMID: 36761987 PMCID: PMC9903079 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.1087505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2022] [Accepted: 12/28/2022] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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With age, the physiological responses to occasional or regular stressors from a broad range of functions tend to change and adjust at a different pace and restoring these functions in the normal healthy range becomes increasingly challenging. Even if this natural decline is somehow unavoidable, opportunities exist to slow down and attenuate the impact of advancing age on major physiological processes which, when weakened, constitute the hallmarks of aging. This narrative review revisits the current knowledge related to the aging process and its impact on key metabolic functions including immune, digestive, nervous, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular functions; and revisits insights into the important biological targets that could inspire effective strategies to promote healthy aging.
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- Amira Kassis
- Whiteboard Nutrition Science, Beaconsfield, QC, Canada,Amira Kassis,
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Nestlé Research, Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Lausanne, Switzerland,*Correspondence: Laurence Donato-Capel,
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Renno-Busch S, Hildesheim H, van Uem JMT, Sünkel U, Röben B, Brockmann K, Mychajliw C, Eschweiler GW, Berg D, Maetzler W. Autonomic Symptoms in Older Adults Are Common and Associated With Health-Related Quality of Life. Front Neurol 2021; 12:757748. [PMID: 34887829 PMCID: PMC8649956 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2021.757748] [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: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 10/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background: Autonomic symptoms are common in older adults, and a large body of literature focusing on age-related diseases shows that autonomic symptoms in these diseases constrain Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL). To our best knowledge, the association between autonomic symptoms in older adults, independent of specific diseases, and HRQoL has not yet been assessed. Aim: To assess the frequency and the effect of autonomic symptoms in general, as well as orthostatic intolerance, vasomotor, secretomotor, gastrointestinal, bladder, and pupillomotor symptoms, on HRQoL in older adults. Methods: Cross-sectional data of the fourth visit of the Tübinger evaluation of Risk factors for Early detection of Neurodegeneration (TREND) study were included. Autonomic symptoms, as assessed with the Composite Autonomic Symptom Score 31 (COMPASS 31), were quantified and compared with HRQoL, as assessed with the EuroQol five-level version (EQ-5D-5L). Statistical analyses included Spearman's rank correlation and multiple linear regression analysis. Results: The analysis included 928 participants with a median of 68 years; 47% were women. Of those, 85% reported at least one autonomic symptom. Gastrointestinal and secretomotor symptoms were most common. The COMPASS 31 total score and all subdomains were significantly associated with reduced HRQoL. Among the subdomains, the strongest correlations with HRQoL were found for gastrointestinal and bladder symptoms. Overall, autonomic symptoms alone explained 20% of the variance of HRQoL; when depressive mood was added, the model explained 32%. Conclusion: Autonomic symptoms are associated with HRQoL and depressive symptoms in older adults.
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- Sarah Renno-Busch
- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Neurology, Christian-Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany
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- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Christian-Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany
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- Center for Neurology, Department of Neurodegenerative Diseases, Hertie Institute for Clinical Brain Research, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Christian-Albrechts University, Kiel, Germany
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Arco S, Saldaña E, Serra-Prat M, Palomera E, Ribas Y, Font S, Clavé P, Mundet L. Functional Constipation in Older Adults: Prevalence, Clinical Symptoms and Subtypes, Association with Frailty, and Impact on Quality of Life. Gerontology 2021; 68:397-406. [PMID: 34265780 DOI: 10.1159/000517212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2021] [Accepted: 05/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Functional constipation (FC) is very prevalent in older adults, especially in women, but its relationship with frailty is not fully understood. The aims were to assess FC prevalence, clinical symptoms and subtypes, association with frailty, and impact on quality of life (QoL) in older people. METHODS This epidemiological study included 384 individuals aged over 70 years recruited from the community, a hospital, and a nursing home and stratified into robust, pre-frail, and frail groups (Fried criteria). The following criteria were evaluated: frailty, FC (Rome III criteria), stool consistency (Bristol Stool Chart), comorbidities (Charlson), dependency (Barthel), QoL (EQ5D), and clinical and sociodemographic data. Defined by symptom aggregation were 2 main clinical subtypes as follows: slow colonic transit time (CTT) and functional defecation disorder (FDD). RESULTS Mean age was 79.11 ± 6.43 years. Overall FC prevalence was 26.8%, higher in women (32.4% women vs. 21.8% men; p = 0.019) and highest in frail patients (41.7% frail vs. 33.9% pre-frail vs. 24.2% robust; p < 0.001). Straining and hard stools (Bristol 1-2) were the most prevalent symptoms (89.3 and 75.7%, respectively). Frailty and benzodiazepine intake were independently associated with FC. Patients with FC obtained poorer QoL scores in the EQ5D (perceived health 66.09 ± 17.8 FC patients vs. 56.4 ± 19.03 non-FC patients; p < 0.05). The FDD subtype became significantly more prevalent as frailty increased (6.5, 25.8, and 67.7% for robust, pre-frail, and frail patients, respectively); the slow CTT subtype was significantly more frequent in robust patients (38.5% robust vs. 30.5% pre-frail vs. 23.1% frail), p = 0.002. DISCUSSION/CONCLUSION FC prevalence in older adults was high, especially in women, and was associated with frailty and poor QoL. Clinical subtypes as related to frailty phenotypes reflect specific pathophysiological aspects and should lead to more specific diagnoses and improved treatment.
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- Sandra Arco
- Badalona Serveis Assistencials, Badalona, Spain.,Escola Superior de Ciències de la Salut, Tecnocampus, Mataró, Spain
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Clínica Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain
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- Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Hospital de Terrassa, Consorci Sanitari de Terrassa, Terrassa, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Unitat d'Exploracions Funcionals Digestives, Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain
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- Pelvic Floor Unit, Clínica Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain.,Department of Surgery, Unitat d'Exploracions Funcionals Digestives, Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain.,Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, Unitat d'Exploracions Funcionals Digestives, Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain.,Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas, Barcelona, Spain
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Aslam H, Mohebbi M, Ruusunen A, Dawson SL, Williams LJ, Berk M, Holloway-Kew KL, Collier F, Loughman A, Pasco JA, Jacka FN. Associations between dairy consumption and constipation in adults: A cross-sectional study. Nutr Health 2021; 28:31-39. [PMID: 33827333 DOI: 10.1177/02601060211004784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The current study aimed to assess the association between dairy consumption and constipation in the general adult population. DESIGN Data from the Geelong Osteoporosis Study were used to assess the association between dairy consumption and constipation in women (n=632) and men (n=609). Information on milk, yogurt and cheese, and constipation were self-reported. Total dairy was calculated by summing the intake of milk, yogurt and cheese and expressed as servings per day. Multivariable logistic regression models adjusted for irritable bowel syndrome, major depressive disorders, mobility, body mass index, age and fibre intake were used to examine the odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) between the consumption of categories of total dairy, milk, yogurt, cheese, and constipation. RESULTS In women, consumption of 1-2 servings/d of total dairy was associated with reduced odds for constipation (OR: 0.49; 95% CI: 0.26-0.90; P=0.021) compared to consuming <1 serving/d of total dairy after adjusting for covariates. Also, consumption of 1-4 servings/d of milk was associated with marginally reduced odds for constipation (OR: 0.63; 95% CI: 0.39-1.02; P=0.058) compared to women who consumed <1 serving/d of milk after adjusting for covariates. There were no significant associations detected between other types of dairy consumption and constipation in women, and none in men. CONCLUSION In women, consumption of moderate amounts of dairy is associated with reduced odds for constipation whereas in men no associations were detected between dairy consumption and constipation. Further studies are warranted to confirm results.
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- Hajara Aslam
- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry, Kuopio University Hospital, Finland.,Institute of Public Health and Clinical Nutrition, University of Eastern Finland, Finland
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Environmental & Genetic Epidemiology Research, Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Royal Children's Hospital, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Department of Psychiatry and the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health Department, Orygen, The Centre of Excellence in Youth Mental Health, The University of Melbourne, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Barwon Health, Australia.,Geelong Centre for Emerging Infectious Disease, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Barwon Health, Australia.,Department of Medicine - Western Health, The University of Melbourne, Australia.,Joint senior Authors
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- 98475Deakin University, IMPACT - the Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation, School of Medicine, Barwon Health, Australia.,Centre for Adolescent Health, Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Australia.,Black Dog Institute, Australia.,Joint senior Authors
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Serati M, Torella M. Preventing complications by persistence with iron replacement therapy: a comprehensive literature review. Curr Med Res Opin 2019; 35:1065-1072. [PMID: 30477352 DOI: 10.1080/03007995.2018.1552850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Iron deficiency and particularly iron deficiency anemia (IDA) can lead to negative health consequences. This review describes the importance of adherence and persistence (adhering to treatment for the recommended duration) with iron replacement therapy in the prevention of complications, particularly regarding its recommended dosing schedule. METHODS Comprehensive literature searches were performed of Medline and the Cochrane library from 2000 to 2018. Keywords included iron deficiency or IDA, compliance or adherence, persistence, health beliefs, risk factor, complications, dosing cycles, oral iron replacement therapy and recommendations for duration, ferrous compounds, iron supplementation, dietary iron, and delayed-action/slow-release preparations. RESULTS Identified articles focused on IDA as a risk factor (particularly for worsened comorbidities or surgical outcomes), guidelines, adherence and persistence, and differences between iron formulations. Current guidelines and expert opinion continue to support oral iron supplementation as first-line therapy. While it is recommended to take iron therapy for 2 months to normalize hemoglobin, then 2-3 months to build up iron stores, many patients face difficulties in adhering to and persisting with the full iron treatment regimen. Patient education and understanding, social support, simple dosing, perceived efficacy including reduced symptoms and tolerability were factors noted to promote medication adherence and persistence. Adherence to iron therapies appears to be facilitated by using ferrous sulfate due to its optimal absorption, and particularly extended-release forms due to their improved tolerability for iron deficiency. CONCLUSIONS Proper adherence and persistence with iron supplementation may prevent or reduce the risk of complications of iron deficiency and IDA.
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- Maurizio Serati
- a Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology , University of Insubria , Varese , Italy
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- b Department of Women, Child, and General and Specialist Surgery , University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli , Naples , Italy
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Mitchell A. Administering a suppository: types, considerations and procedure. BRITISH JOURNAL OF NURSING (MARK ALLEN PUBLISHING) 2019; 28:288-289. [PMID: 30907649 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2019.28.5.288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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- Aby Mitchell
- Lecturer, Public Health, Health Promotion and Primary Care, University of West London
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Alhassan M, Alhassan A, Alfarhood A, Alotaibi K, Alrashidy N, Alshalhoub K, Almeshal M. Prevalence of constipation among central region population, Riyadh and Qassim provinces, Saudi Arabia, 2018-2019. J Family Med Prim Care 2019; 8:673-676. [PMID: 30984693 PMCID: PMC6436298 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_369_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background Due to the lack of data and studies concerning the prevalence of constipation in Saudi Arabia, this study aimed at determining the level of prevalence among central region population in Saudi Arabia, specifically in Riyadh and Qassim provinces. Aims To determine the prevalence of constipation, to estimate the overall prevalence of constipation among the society, and to identify risk factors of constipation. Materials and Methods In this cross-sectional study, 543 individuals were covered, both males and females in the targeted areas. A standardized questionnaire was used to cover eight different aspects concerning constipation. SPSS package was used to analyze the data collected from the sample. Results The results of the scoring system showed that the prevalence of constipation among the sampled individuals is only 4.4%, whereas those whose result indicates no suffering from constipation represented 95.6%. Constipation is more prevalent among females (79.2%) rather than males (20.8%). Moreover, constipation is more sever among those who are between 20- and 35-year old, while it reaches 0% among old people (over 51 years). Riyadh residents are more likely to suffer from constipation rather than Qassim residents. In Riyadh, 83.3% suffered from constipation, whereas the percentage in Qassim was 16.7%. The results show also that constipation is more prevalent among those who eat fiber-rich food once in a week, who are getting stressed all the time, nonsmokers, and who get dehydrated and do not carry a bottle of water. There is a significant relationship between suffering from constipation and only two variables, which are regularity of being stressed and regularity of getting dehydrated. The test value for these two variables were (0.0) in the two cases. Conclusion The prevalence of constipation is relatively very low among population of central region in Saudi Arabia.
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- Medical College, Majmaah University, Al Majmaah, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical College, Majmaah University, Al Majmaah, Saudi Arabia
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Economic potential of probiotic supplementation in institutionalized elderly with chronic constipation. PHARMANUTRITION 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.phanu.2018.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Grossi U, Stevens N, McAlees E, Lacy-Colson J, Brown S, Dixon A, Di Tanna GL, Scott SM, Norton C, Marlin N, Mason J, Knowles CH. Stepped-wedge randomised trial of laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy in adults with chronic constipation: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials 2018; 19:90. [PMID: 29402303 PMCID: PMC5800022 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-018-2456-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2016] [Accepted: 12/30/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy (LVMR) is an established treatment for external full-thickness rectal prolapse. However, its clinical efficacy in patients with internal prolapse is uncertain due to the lack of high-quality evidence. Methods An individual level, stepped-wedge randomised trial has been designed to allow observer-blinded data comparisons between patients awaiting LVMR with those who have undergone surgery. Adults with symptomatic internal rectal prolapse, unresponsive to prior conservative management, will be eligible to participate. They will be randomised to three arms with different delays before surgery (0, 12 and 24 weeks). Efficacy outcome data will be collected at equally stepped time points (12, 24, 36 and 48 weeks). The primary objective is to determine clinical efficacy of LVMR compared to controls with reduction in the Patient Assessment of Constipation Quality of Life (PAC-QOL) at 24 weeks serving as the primary outcome. Secondary objectives are to determine: (1) the clinical effectiveness of LVMR to 48 weeks to a maximum of 72 weeks; (2) pre-operative determinants of outcome; (3) relevant health economics for LVMR; (4) qualitative evaluation of patient and health professional experience of LVMR and (5) 30-day morbidity and mortality rates. Discussion An individual-level, stepped-wedge, randomised trial serves the purpose of providing an untreated comparison for the active treatment group, while at the same time allowing the waiting-listed participants an opportunity to obtain the intervention at a later date. In keeping with the basic ethical tenets of this design, the average waiting time for LVMR (12 weeks) will be shorter than that for routine services (24 weeks). Trial registration ISRCTN registry, ISRCTN11747152. Registered on 30 September 2015. The trial was prospectively registered (first patient enrolled on 21 March 2016). Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s13063-018-2456-3) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Ugo Grossi
- National Bowel Research Cente (NBRC) - Digestive Disease, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, 4 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK.
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- Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- National Bowel Research Cente (NBRC) - Digestive Disease, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, 4 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- National Bowel Research Cente (NBRC) - Digestive Disease, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, 4 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Pragmatic Clinical Trials Unit, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary, University of London, London, UK
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- National Bowel Research Cente (NBRC) - Digestive Disease, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, 4 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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Allione A, Pivetta E, Pizzolato E, Lorenzati B, Pomero F, Barutta L, Lauria G, Tartaglino B. Determinants of inappropriate acute pain management in old people unable to communicate verbally in the emergency department. Turk J Emerg Med 2017; 17:160-164. [PMID: 29464223 PMCID: PMC5812916 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjem.2017.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2017] [Revised: 07/30/2017] [Accepted: 08/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Objectives Poor pain management is relevant among individuals unable to communicate verbally (UCV). Analgesia may be due to three determinants: patients' status, physician's characteristics and pain etiology. Our aim is to investigate the association between prescription of ED pain treatment and these determinants. Materials and Methods An observational prospective study including UCV patients was conducted. Severity of pain was evaluated by ALGOPLUS Scale and a score P ≥ 2 out of 5 on the pain scale was retained as the threshold for the presence of acute pain in elderly UCV patients. Results Our data showed that only 31,9% of UCV patients received a pharmacological treatment. The presence of the caregiver would influence the rate of therapy administration [OR 6,19 (95% CI 2,6–14,75)]. The presence of leg pain [OR 0,32 (95% CI 0,12–0,86)] and head pain [OR 0,29 (95% CI 0,10–0,84)] were less likely associated to receive analgesia. Pain related to trauma [OR 4.82 (95% CI 1.17 to 19.78)] and youngest physicians [OR 1.08 (95% CI 1.001 to 1.18)] were variables associated with the administration of drugs opiates. Discussion Older UCV patients presenting to the ED with pain are at high risk of inadequate analgesia. Providers should always suspect presence of pain and an increasing need for behavioural pain evaluation is necessary for a complete assessment. Conclusions Presence of a caregiver influences a more appropriate pain management in these patients. Staff training on pain management could result in better assessment, treatment, and interaction with caregivers.
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- Attilio Allione
- Emergency Medicine Unit, S. Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, CPO Piemonte, CeRMS, University of Turin, Italy
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- Emergency Medicine Unit, S. Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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- Internal Medicine Unit, Santa Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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- Emergency Medicine Unit, S. Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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- Emergency Medicine Unit, S. Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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- Emergency Medicine Unit, S. Croce and Carle General Hospital, Cuneo, Italy
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Emmett C, Close H, Mason J, Taheri S, Stevens N, Eldridge S, Norton C, Knowles C, Yiannakou Y. Low-volume versus high-volume initiated trans-anal irrigation therapy in adults with chronic constipation: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. Trials 2017; 18:151. [PMID: 28359279 PMCID: PMC5374566 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-017-1882-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 03/08/2017] [Indexed: 01/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Constipation is common in adults and up to 20% of the population report this symptom. Chronic constipation (CC), usually defined as more than 6 months of symptoms, is less common but results in 0.5 million UK GP consultations per annum. The effect of symptoms on measured quality of life (QOL) is significant, and CC consumes significant health care resources. In the UK, it is estimated that 10% of district nursing time is spent on constipation. Trans-anal irrigation therapy has become a widely used treatment despite a lack of robust efficacy data to support its use. The long-term outcome of treatment is also unclear. A randomised comparison of two different methods of irrigation (high- and low-volume) will provide valuable evidence of superiority of one system over the other, as well as providing efficacy data for the treatment as a whole. METHODS Participants will be recruited based on predetermined eligibility criteria. Following informed consent, they will be randomised to either high-volume (HV) or low-volume (LV) irrigation and undergo standardised radiological and physiological investigations. Following training, they will commence home irrigation with the allocated device. Data will be collected at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months according to a standardised outcomes framework. The primary outcome is PAC-QOL, measured at 3 months. The study is powered to detect a 10% difference in outcome between systems at 3 months; this means that 300 patients will need to be recruited. DISCUSSION This study will be the first randomised comparison of two different methods of trans-anal irrigation. It will also be the largest prospective study of CC patients treated with irrigation. It will provide evidence for the effectiveness of irrigation in the treatment of CC, as well as the comparative effectiveness of the two methods. This will enable more cost-effective and evidence-based use of irrigation. Also, the results will be combined with the other studies in the CapaCiTY programme to generate an evidence-based treatment algorithm for CC in adults. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN, identifier: ISRCTN11093872 . Registered on 11 November 2015. Trial not retrospectively registered. Protocol version 3 (22 January 2016).
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- School of Medicine, Pharmacy and Health, Durham University Queen’s Campus, University Boulevard, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6BH UK
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- WMS – Population Evidence and Technologies, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 1st Floor Abernethy Building, 2 Newark St, London, E1 2AT UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 1st Floor Abernethy Building, 2 Newark St, London, E1 2AT UK
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- Blizard Institute, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Yvonne Carter Building, 58 Turner St., London, E1 2AB UK
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- Kings College London, 2.25 James Clerk Maxwell Building, 57 Waterloo Road, London, SE1 8WA UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 1st Floor Abernethy Building, 2 Newark St, London, E1 2AT UK
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- University Hospital of North Durham, North Road, Durham, DH1 5TW UK
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Norton C, Emmanuel A, Stevens N, Scott SM, Grossi U, Bannister S, Eldridge S, Mason JM, Knowles CH. Habit training versus habit training with direct visual biofeedback in adults with chronic constipation: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial. Trials 2017; 18:139. [PMID: 28340625 PMCID: PMC5366116 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-017-1880-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2016] [Accepted: 03/08/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Constipation affects up to 20% of adults. Chronic constipation (CC) affects 1–2% of adults. Patient dissatisfaction is high; nearly 80% feel that laxative therapy is unsatisfactory and symptoms have significant impact on quality of life. There is uncertainty about the value of specialist investigations and whether equipment-intensive therapies using biofeedback confer additional benefit when compared with specialist conservative advice. Methods/design A three-arm, parallel-group, multicentre randomised controlled trial. Objectives: to determine whether standardised specialist-led habit training plus pelvic floor retraining using computerised biofeedback is more clinically effective than standardised specialist-led habit training alone; to determine whether outcomes are improved by stratification based on prior investigation of anorectal and colonic pathophysiology. Primary outcome measure is response to treatment, defined as a 0.4-point (10% of scale) or greater reduction in Patient Assessment of Constipation–Quality of Life (PAC-QOL) score 6 months after the end of treatment. Other outcomes up to 12 months include symptoms, quality of life, health economics, psychological health and qualitative experience. Hypotheses: (1) habit training (HT) with computer-assisted direct visual biofeedback (HTBF) results in an average reduction in PAC-QOL score of 0.4 points at 6 months compared to HT alone in unselected adults with CC, (2) stratification to either HT or HTBF informed by pathophysiological investigation (INVEST) results in an average 0.4-point reduction in PAC-QOL score at 6 months compared with treatment not directed by investigations (No-INVEST). Inclusion: chronic constipation in adults (aged 18–70 years) defined by self-reported symptom duration of more than 6 months; failure of previous laxatives or prokinetics and diet and lifestyle modifications. Consenting participants (n = 394) will be randomised to one of three arms in an allocation ratio of 3:3:2: [1] habit training, [2] habit training and biofeedback or [3] investigation-led allocation to one of these arms. Analysis will be on an intention-to-treat basis. Discussion This trial has the potential to answer some of the major outstanding questions in the management of chronic constipation, including whether costly invasive tests are warranted and whether computer-assisted direct visual biofeedback confers additional benefit to well-managed specialist advice alone. Trial registration International Standard Randomised Controlled Trial Number: ISRCTN11791740. Registered on 16 July 2015. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s13063-017-1880-0) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 4 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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- Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL, UK
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- Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London, 2 Newark Street, London, E1 2AT, UK
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Bothe G, Coh A, Auinger A. Efficacy and safety of a natural mineral water rich in magnesium and sulphate for bowel function: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Eur J Nutr 2017; 56:491-499. [PMID: 26582579 PMCID: PMC5334415 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-015-1094-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2015] [Accepted: 10/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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PURPOSE The present placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized trial aimed to investigate whether a natural mineral water rich in magnesium sulphate and sodium sulphate (Donat Mg) may help to improve bowel function. METHODS A total of 106 otherwise healthy subjects with functional constipation were randomly assigned to consume 300 or 500 mL of a natural mineral water as compared to placebo water, over a course of 6 weeks. The 300-mL arms were terminated due to the results of a planned interim analysis. Subjects documented the complete spontaneous bowel movements, spontaneous and overall bowel movements/week, stool consistency, gastrointestinal symptoms and general well-being in a diary. Change in the number of complete spontaneous bowel movements was defined as the primary outcome. RESULTS For the 75 subjects in the 500-mL arms, the change in the number of complete spontaneous bowel movements per week tended to be higher in the active group when compared to placebo after 6 weeks (T2 = 1.8; p value = 0.036; one-sided). The mean number of spontaneous bowel movements significantly increased over the course of the study, with significant differences between study arms considering the whole study time (F test = 4.743; p time × group = 0.010, 2-sided). Stool consistency of spontaneous bowel movements (p < 0.001) and the subjectively perceived symptoms concerning constipation (p = 0.005) improved significantly with the natural mineral water as compared to placebo. CONCLUSIONS The daily consumption of a natural mineral water rich in magnesium sulphate and sodium sulphate improved bowel movement frequency and stool consistency in subjects with functional constipation. Moreover, the subjects' health-related quality of life improved. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION EudraCT No 2012-005130-11.
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- Gordana Bothe
- Analyze & Realize GmbH, Waldseeweg 6, 13467, Berlin, Germany
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- Droga Kolinska, d.d., Kolinska ulica 1, 1544, Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Emmanuel A, Mattace-Raso F, Neri MC, Petersen KU, Rey E, Rogers J. Constipation in older people: A consensus statement. Int J Clin Pract 2017; 71. [PMID: 27933718 DOI: 10.1111/ijcp.12920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2016] [Accepted: 11/13/2016] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Chronic constipation is a serious medical condition that affects 30%-40% of people over 60 years old. Although not normally life threatening, constipation reduces quality of life by the same extent as diabetes and osteoarthritis. There are currently no Europe-wide guidelines for treating constipation in older people, although there is some country-level guidance for the general population. We have evaluated the existing guidance and best clinical practice to improve the care of older people with constipation. METHOD European healthcare professionals working in gastroenterology, geriatrics, nursing and pharmacology discussed the treatment of constipation in older people and reviewed existing guidance on the treatment of constipation in the general population. This manuscript represents the consensus of all authors. DISCUSSION Most general guidance for constipation treatment recommends increased dietary fibre, fluid intake and exercise; however, this is not always possible in older patients. Although a common first-line treatment, bulk-forming laxatives are unsuitable for older people because of an associated need to increase fluid intake, osmotic laxatives are likely to be the most suitable laxative type for older patients. Treatment is often hampered by reluctance to talk about bowel problems so healthcare providers should proactively identify older constipated patients who are self-medicating or not receiving treatment. CONCLUSIONS With certain modifications, general treatment guidelines can be applied to older people with constipation, although specific guidelines are still required for this age group. Awareness of constipation, its complications and treatment options need to be increased among healthcare providers, patients and carers.
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- Anton Emmanuel
- GI Physiology Unit, University College London, London, UK
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- Division of Digestive Diseases, Department of Medicine, Instituo de Investigación Sanitaria San Carlos, Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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Tvistholm N, Munch L, Danielsen AK. Constipation is casting a shadow over everyday life - a systematic review on older people's experience of living with constipation. J Clin Nurs 2016; 26:902-914. [PMID: 27271918 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.13422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/10/2016] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To explore and summarise best evidence of how constipation affects the daily living of older people from their own perspective. Furthermore, to assess how interventions aimed at treating constipation in older people affect patient-reported outcome such as quality of life. BACKGROUND Constipation is a common and overlooked problem with an impact on everyday life, especially among older people. Older people seem to have individual preconceptions on constipation which can influence the strategies used to prevent and treat constipation. DESIGN A systematic review, integrating findings from both qualitative and quantitative studies. METHOD Systematic searches were carried out in PubMed, CINAHL, PsycINFO and EMBASE on the 31st of July 2014. A search strategy was constructed with key concepts identified using PICO to identify quantitative studies and PIC(o) to identify qualitative studies. Search terms included constipation, elderly, aged, elderly people, aged people, quality of life, patient experience, patient perspective, meaning, emotion, psychological. Reference lists were searched manually. RESULTS A total of nine studies were included in the review, five quantitative and four qualitative. Three main themes crystallised from the results of the included studies: bodily experiences, everyday life shadowed by constipation and adverse psychological effects. CONCLUSION Constipation among older people was connected to subjective and comprehensive experiences. It had a negative impact on physical and mental well-being as well as the social life of older people. The review also showed that older people had individual and personal strategies, based on their own beliefs. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Healthcare professionals need to be aware of the experiences of living with constipation as well as the range of strategies used by patients to prevent and treat constipation. The patient perspective on constipation needs to be integrated in the strategies and actions carried out by healthcare professionals.
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- Nina Tvistholm
- Institute of Nursing, Metropolitan University College, Copenhagen N, Denmark
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- Institute of Nursing, Metropolitan University College, Copenhagen N, Denmark
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Munch L, Tvistholm N, Trosborg I, Konradsen H. Living with constipation--older people's experiences and strategies with constipation before and during hospitalization. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2016; 11:30732. [PMID: 27121271 PMCID: PMC4848391 DOI: 10.3402/qhw.v11.30732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/29/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Constipation is a common problem among older people. This study aimed to explore how older patients experience constipation and which strategies they used in handling the condition before and during hospitalization. METHODS A qualitative exploratory research design was used. Fourteen semi-structured interviews were conducted with patients (61-91 years of age) during hospitalization. Data were analyzed by using content analysis. RESULTS Themes concerning experiences were Bodily signs and symptoms of constipation; the participants described severe pain during constipation, as well as pronounced relief after bowel movements, Impact on well-being and social activities; being constipated negatively impacted their mood and limited social activities, Striving for bowel balance; the participants experienced an ongoing strive for balancing between constipation and diarrhea. Themes related to strategies were Struggling to find a solution; they were aware of different strategies to prevent and treat constipation, though the most common solution described was the use of laxatives, Wait and see; the participants were awaiting to take action until they experienced constipation symptoms, Constipation is a private problem being challenged during hospitalization; constipation was considered a private issue rarely discussed with health-care professionals. CONCLUSION This study illuminates the need for health-care professionals to be attentive to this issue and initiate the conversation with patients in order to advise on the management of constipation.
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- Lene Munch
- Institute of Nursing, Metropolitan University College, Copenhagen N, Denmark;
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- Institute of Nursing, Metropolitan University College, Copenhagen N, Denmark
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- Pulmonary Department, Gentofte University Hospital, Hellerup, Denmark
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- Research Unit, Gentofte University Hospital, Hellerup, Denmark
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Xuan Q, Zhang YX, Liu DG, Chan P, Xu SL, Cui YQ. Post-translational modifications of α-synuclein contribute to neurodegeneration in the colon of elderly individuals. Mol Med Rep 2016; 13:5077-83. [PMID: 27109489 PMCID: PMC4878562 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2016.5166] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2015] [Accepted: 02/23/2016] [Indexed: 01/24/2023] Open
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Synucleinopathies and abnormalities in the nerves of the enteric nervous system are hypothesized to be involved in age-associated motility disorders. The aim of the present study was to investigate the expression of various antigens, including α‑synuclein (Syn) and its post‑translational modified forms, in the human colon at various ages. In addition, the study aimed to correlate the expression of Syn with neurodegeneration. Immunohistochemistry was used to detect the expression of neurofilament (NF), Syn, as well as its nitrated (N) form in the healthy colonic tissue of 12 young (34.08±5.12 years), 10 middle‑aged (51.80±3.52 years), and 11 elderly (75.82±7.70 years) individuals. To the best of our knowledge, the current study is the first to demonstrate the presence of N‑Syn in the colonic tissue. N‑Syn was identified in the upper layer of the mucosa and submucosa layer. Furthermore, Syn (wild‑type) was present in the mucosa and submucosa. The number of NF‑positive neurons in the submucosal layer declined significantly with age (P<0.01). In addition, Syn and N‑Syn significantly increased during aging (P<0.01). Furthermore, a negative correlation was identified between neuron number and synucleinopathies, indicating the abnormal accumulation of both wild-type Syn and N‑Syn in the mucosa, submucosa, muscle layer and myenteric plexus. The present study demonstrates that the Syn pathology may be linked to colic neuronal degeneration during normal aging, and this link may cause functional deficits.
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- Qi Xuan
- Department of Nutrition, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100053, P.R. China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Beijing Moslem Hospital, Beijing 100054, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100053, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurobiology, Institute of Geriatrics of Beijing, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Key Laboratory for Neurodegenerative Disease of Ministry of Education, Beijing 100053, P.R. China
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- Department of Neurobiology, Institute of Geriatrics of Beijing, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Key Laboratory for Neurodegenerative Disease of Ministry of Education, Beijing 100053, P.R. China
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- Department of General Surgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100053, P.R. China
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Constipation and Laxative Use among Nursing Home Patients: Prevalence and Associations Derived from the Residents Assessment Instrument for Long-Term Care Facilities (interRAI LTCF). Gastroenterol Res Pract 2016; 2016:1215746. [PMID: 26884751 PMCID: PMC4739228 DOI: 10.1155/2016/1215746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2015] [Accepted: 11/02/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Introduction. Constipation is a common, bothersome, and potentially dangerous condition among nursing home (NH) patients. Between 50 and 74% of NH patients use laxatives. Objective. To study prevalence and associations of laxative use and constipation using the comprehensive Norwegian version of the Resident Assessment Instrument for Long-Term Care Facilities. Methods. Cross-sectional study. Patients from 20 NH units were included. Logistic regression was used to analyze the results. Data collected in NHs might be clustered. Consequently, the multivariable models were tested against a mixed effects regression model to investigate variance both on the level of patients and on the level of NH units. Results. In all, 261 patients were included. The prevalence of constipation was 23.4%, and 67.1% used laxatives regularly. Balance problems, urinary incontinence, hypothyroidism, and Parkinson's disease were associated with constipation. Reduced ability to communicate and number of drugs were associated with laxative use. Antidementia-drugs and being involved in activities 1/3 to 2/3 of daytime were protective factors for laxative use. Mixed effects analyses identified variance on the level of NH units as nonsignificant. Conclusion. Constipation and laxative use are common. Variance is mainly explained by different patient characteristics/health deficiencies. Hence, patients might benefit from individualized care to compensate for deficiencies.
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Bardsley A. Approaches to managing chronic constipation in older people within the community setting. Br J Community Nurs 2015; 20:444, 446-50. [PMID: 26322992 DOI: 10.12968/bjcn.2015.20.9.444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Constipation is a common presenting problem within the community setting, but its treatment is often unsatisfactory. It is important for nurses to remember that constipation is a symptom and not a disease. For older adults, constipation can have a gradual onset over a number of years, with many people 'self-medicating' with over-the-counter laxatives and herbal products, which then result in the need for daily laxatives. This article will consider best practice for the assessment, treatment, and prevention of constipation in adults within the community.
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- Alison Bardsley
- Senior Lecturer and Course Director for Non-medical Prescribing, Coventry University, England
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Mannella P, Giannini A, Russo E, Naldini G, Simoncini T. Personalizing pelvic floor reconstructive surgery in aging women. Maturitas 2015; 82:109-15. [DOI: 10.1016/j.maturitas.2015.06.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2015] [Accepted: 06/14/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Thaha MA, Abukar AA, Thin NN, Ramsanahie A, Knowles CH. Sacral nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence and constipation in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2015; 2015:CD004464. [PMID: 26299888 PMCID: PMC9208727 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd004464.pub3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Faecal incontinence (FI) and constipation are both socially-embarrassing and physically-disabling conditions that impair quality of life. For both, surgery may be required in a minority of people when more conservative measures fail. However, the invasiveness and irreversible nature of direct surgery on bowel and sphincter muscles, poor long-term outcomes and well-established compIications makes such procedures unappealing for these benign conditions. A less-invasive surgical option to treat faecal incontinence and constipation is direct, low-voltage stimulation of the sacral nerve roots, termed sacral nerve stimulation (SNS). SNS has become the first line surgical treatment for FI in people failing conservative therapies. Its value in the treatment of constipation is less clear. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of sacral nerve stimulation using implanted electrodes for the treatment of faecal incontinence and constipation in adults. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Incontinence Group Specialised Register, which contains trials identified from the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), MEDLINE, MEDLINE In-Process, ClinicalTrials.gov, the World Health Organization (WHO) ICTRP and handsearched journals and conference proceedings (searched 5 February 2015), EMBASE (1 January 1947 to 2015 Week 5), and the reference lists of retrieved relevant articles. SELECTION CRITERIA All randomised or quasi-randomised trials assessing the effects of SNS for faecal incontinence or constipation in adults. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Two review authors independently screened the search results, assessed the methodological quality of the included trials, and undertook data extraction. MAIN RESULTS Six crossover trials and two parallel group trials were included.Six trials assessed the effects of SNS for FI. In the parallel group trial conducted by Tjandra, 53 participants with severe FI in the SNS group experienced fewer episodes of faecal incontinence compared to the control group who received optimal medical therapy (mean difference (MD) -5.20, 95% confidence interval (CI) -9.15 to -1.25 at 3 months; MD -6.30, 95% CI -10.34 to -2.26 at 12 months). Adverse events were reported in a proportion of participants: pain at implant site (6%), seroma (2%) and excessive tingling in the vaginal region (9%).In the parallel group trial carried out by Thin, 15 participants with FI in the SNS group experienced fewer episodes of FI compared with the percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) group (MD -3.00, 95% CI -6.61 to 0.61 at 3 months; MD -3.20, 95% CI -7.14 to 0.74 at 12 months). Adverse events were reported in three participants: mild ipsilateral leg pain during temporary testing (n = 1); and stimulator-site pain following insertion of neurostimulator (n = 2).In the crossover trial by Leroi 7 of 34 recruited participants were excluded from the crossover due mainly to complications or immediate device failure. Twenty-four of the remaining 27 participants while still blinded chose the period of stimulation they had preferred. Outcomes were reported separately for 19 participants who preferred the 'on' and five who preferred the 'off' period. For the group of 19, the median (range) episodes of faecal incontinence per week fell from 1.7 (0 to 9) during the 'off' period to 0.7 (0 to 5) during the 'on' period; for the group of five, however, the median (range) rose from 1.7 (0 to 11) during the 'off' period compared with 3.7 (0 to 11) during the 'on' period. Four of 27 participants experienced an adverse event resulting in removal of the stimulator.In the crossover trial by Sørensen and colleagues, participants did not experience any FI episodes in either the one-week 'on' or 'off' periods.In the crossover trial by Vaizey, participants reported an average of six, and one, episodes of faecal incontinence per week during the 'off' and 'on' periods respectively in two participants with FI. Neither study reported adverse events.In the crossover trial by Kahlke, 14 participants with FI experienced significantly lower episodes of FI per week during the stimulator 'on' (1 (SD, 1.7)) compared with the 'off' period (8.4 (SD, 8.7)). Adverse events reported include: haematoma formation (n = 3); misplacement of tined lead (1); and pain at stimulator site (n = 1).Two trials assessed SNS for constipation. In the Kenefick trial, the two participants experienced an average of two bowel movements per week during the 'off' crossover period, compared with five during the 'on' period. Abdominal pain and bloating occurred 79% of the time during the 'off' period compared with 33% during the 'on' period. No adverse events occurred. In contrast, in the trial by Dinning with 59 participants, SNS did not improve frequency of bowel movements and 73 adverse events were reported, which included pain at site of the implanted pulse generator (32), wound infection (12), and urological (17) events. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS The limited evidence from the included trials suggests that SNS can improve continence in a proportion of patients with faecal incontinence. However, SNS did not improve symptoms in patients with constipation. In addition, adverse events occurred in some patients where these were reported. Rigorous high quality randomised trials are needed to allow the effects of SNS for these conditions to be assessed with more certainty.
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- Mohamed A Thaha
- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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Prevalence of constipation in the general adult population: an integrative review. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs 2015; 41:70-6; quiz E1-2. [PMID: 24378694 DOI: 10.1097/01.won.0000438019.21229.b7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Constipation affects multiple aspects of a person's health, including health-related quality of life. It is one of the most frequently reported functional gastrointestinal disorders. The purpose of this integrative review of the literature was to identify research findings pertaining to the prevalence of constipation and factors are associated with constipation in the general population. Electronic databases were searched for articles published between 2005 and 2011. All retrieved studies were evaluated with respect to quality according to the guidelines for critical appraisal of health research literature on prevalence and incidence. Eleven studies were retrieved; they reveal a prevalence of constipation that varied from 2.6% to 26.9%. The most frequently cited associated factors were female gender and advanced age, which were cited in 11 and 7 of the studies, respectively. Prevalence rates reported by the selected studies were heterogeneous. This may be partially attributed to variability in methods used to measure prevalence, including differences in criteria for constipation.
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Trads M, Pedersen PU. Constipation and defecation pattern the first 30 days after hip fracture. Int J Nurs Pract 2014; 21:598-604. [PMID: 24758257 DOI: 10.1111/ijn.12312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Constipation is often an overlooked aspect of patient care and increases the risk of postoperative complications, can prolong hospital stay, increase financial cost and add to staff nursing care time. A prospective descriptive design was used. One hundred six patients with hip fracture participated. On admission, day of discharge and 30 days after surgery, patients' normal and actual defecation pattern, stool consistency and if they had experienced problems with defecation were assessed using Bristol Stool Scale and a scale composed by Rasmussen. There were 69.1% of the patients who developed constipation during the first postoperative days and 62.3% reported the same problems 30 days after surgery. Normal defecation pattern was re-established 9.5 days after surgery, though 22.7% of the patients did not re-establish normal defecation pattern within the first 30 days after surgery. The results imply that further studies are needed to prevent constipation and help patients to cope with this side-effect of surgery after discharge.
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- Mette Trads
- Orthopaedic Ward Department, Region Hospital Randers, Risskov, Region Midtjylland, Denmark
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Chen IC, Huang HJ, Yang SF, Chen CC, Chou YC, Kuo TM. Prevalence and Effectiveness of Laxative Use Among Elderly Residents in a Regional Hospital Affiliated Nursing Home in Hsinchu County. Nurs Midwifery Stud 2014; 3:e13962. [PMID: 25414891 PMCID: PMC4228520 DOI: 10.17795/nmsjournal13962] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2013] [Revised: 09/08/2013] [Accepted: 11/03/2013] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background: Long-term care residents are susceptible to constipation and one-half to three quarter of older nursing home residents receive laxatives regularly. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the factors related to abnormal bowel function and explore the effectiveness of laxative treatment among the elderly residents of a nursing home. Patients and Methods: A total of 110 residents older than 65 years old was enrolled in this study. The following variables were gathered: age, gender, body mass index (BMI), length of stay, daily fluid intake, type of food, functional level, cognitive ability, physical therapy status, somatic and psychiatric diseases, number of medications, and medication use. The use and dosage of laxatives were recorded by means of Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) classification system. Normal bowel function was defined as defecation frequency from three defecations per day to three defecations per week and stool consistency score of three to five on Bristol Stool Form Scale. A comparison between groups with normal and abnormal bowel function was drawn. Results: Low BMI, increased fluid intake, liquid food intake, poor functional level, poor cognition, and a history of stroke were significantly associated with altered bowel function (P < 0.05). The most frequently used laxatives were glycerol, senna glycoside, and magnesium oxide. There were significant differences in laxative regimens between residents with normal and altered bowel function; those with altered bowel function tended to take more laxatives than those with normal bowel function. Conclusions: This study suggested that treatment of constipation in the nursing home was unsatisfactory. To improve treatment outcomes in those susceptible to altered bowel function, a coordinated approach with involvement of physicians, nursing staff, and other professionals including dieticians and pharmacists seems necessary.
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Constipation is a common complaint in the general population, particularly among older adults. Patients present with infrequent bowel movements or difficulty passing stools. Management of this uncomfortable condition involves diet, fluid intake, and medications.
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- Barbara K Bailes
- University of Texas Health Science Center, School of Nursing, Houston, TX, USA
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Rhondali W, Nguyen L, Palmer L, Kang DH, Hui D, Bruera E. Self-reported constipation in patients with advanced cancer: a preliminary report. J Pain Symptom Manage 2013; 45:23-32. [PMID: 22835482 PMCID: PMC3856221 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2012.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2011] [Revised: 01/12/2012] [Accepted: 01/19/2012] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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CONTEXT Constipation is often inadequately assessed and underdiagnosed in patients with advanced cancer. Many studies use patient-reported constipation (PRC) as an outcome. OBJECTIVES The aim was to compare the accuracy of PRC as compared with the modified Rome III (ROME) criteria and to determine the agreement between PRC, physician assessment of constipation, and objective assessment of constipation by modified ROME criteria among outpatients with advanced cancer. METHODS Patients with advanced cancer attending a supportive care clinic were screened. Constipation was assessed using the modified ROME criteria, patient report (yes or no and rated 0-10; 10=worst possible symptom), and physician assessments (yes or no and rated 0-10). RESULTS One hundred patients were enrolled, and 50 of 100 patients (50%) met the modified ROME criteria for constipation. Disagreement between ROME criteria and the patient report (yes/no) was found in 33 patients (33%) and between ROME criteria and the physician assessment (yes/no) in 39 patients (39%). The best combination of sensitivity (0.84) and specificity (0.62) was found with scores ≥3/10 for PRC. CONCLUSION We found a high frequency of constipation. The limited agreement with modified ROME criteria suggests that a patient's self-report as yes or no is not useful for clinical practice. Patient self-rating on a 0 to 10 scale (score of three or greater) seems to be the best tool for constipation screening among this population. More research is needed to identify the best way to assess constipation in patients with advanced cancer.
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- Wadih Rhondali
- Department of Palliative Care and Rehabilitation Medicine, The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas 77030, USA
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Woodward S. The use of Resolor (prucalopride) for chronic constipation in women. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 21:982, 984-6. [PMID: 23123655 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2012.21.16.982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Chronic constipation is a common problem among women, is associated with anxiety and depression and can adversely affect quality of life (Mason et al, 2002). Chronic constipation is often unrelieved by simple laxatives, dietary manipulation or lifestyle modification, with other specialist treatment options being invasive and often not widely available. More recently attention has turned to newer prokinetic agents, such as prucalopride (Resolor®), which increase gut motility and intestinal transit, for the relief of chronic constipation. While these are not effective for everyone, there is evidence that prucalopride can increase bowel frequency, relieve bothersome symptoms associated with constipation and improve quality of life for women who have failed to achieve satisfactory relief from two other laxatives (National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence).
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- Florence Nightingale Schoool of Nursing and Midwifery, King's College London
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BACKGROUND Constipation is common and distressing in palliative care. Despite this, approaches to assessment and subsequent treatment are most remarkable for the numbers who fail adequate palliation. AIM The primary aim of this paper is to summarise the current approaches to assessing constipation in palliative care, contrasting these approaches with those recommended by gastroenterologists in the assessment of resistant constipation in non-palliative care. The secondary aim is to suggest ways that the approaches used by gastroenterologist could be modified to be tolerable to palliative care. DESIGN A non-systematic review of the literature was undertaken. DATA SOURCES The electronic databases (MEDLINE, CINHAL) were searched for English language articles that explored assessment of constipation in palliative care and evidence-based gastroenterology guidelines that summarised assessment and management of constipation. RESULTS Currently, the assessment of constipation in palliative care is predominantly based on people's reports, physical examination and if further imaging is deemed necessary, a plain abdominal radiograph. However, data in non-palliative care patients refutes the usefulness of self-reported symptoms to localise whether problems are due to colon dysfunction or structures of defaecation. Plain radiographs are most useful to exclude a bowel obstruction only. In cases of resistant constipation, gastroenterology guidelines recommend an assessment approach that includes measuring colon transit time and an assessment of the structures that facilitate defaecation. CONCLUSIONS Current approaches to assessing constipation in palliative care are very different to those recommended by gastroenterology guidelines. However, modified approaches may be tolerable to palliative care patients and offer the chance of developing targeted palliation.
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- Department of Palliative Care, Calvary Mater Hospital and The University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia.
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Karimi S, Dharia SP, Flora DS, Slattum PW. Anticholinergic Burden: Clinical Implications for Seniors and Strategies for Clinicians. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 27:564-82. [DOI: 10.4140/tcp.n.2012.564] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Cusack S, Day MR, Wills T, Coffey A. Older people and laxative use: comparison between community and long-term care settings. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2012; 21:711-4, 716-7. [DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2012.21.12.711] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Specific treatment of functional bowel disorders requires precise diagnosis. However, prevalence and subtypes of functional constipation among women are not completely understood. OBJECTIVE Our aim was to assess the prevalence of functional constipation and investigate the subtypes of dyssynergic defecation and slow transit constipation among Spanish women. DESIGN We performed a prospective epidemiological study in healthy young women and retrospective pathophysiological studies in 2 patient cohorts of women with functional constipation according to Rome II criteria. SETTINGS Referral centers at Clínica Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain, and Hospital de Mataró, Mataró, Spain. PATIENTS The epidemiological study included 600 healthy young women, aged 37.1 (SD, 8.2) years. Patient cohort 1 comprised 172 women with functional constipation without symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, ranging in age from 18 to 45 years. Patient cohort 2 comprised 106 women with functional constipation and symptoms of dyssynergic defecation, ranging in age from 45 to 65 years. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES In healthy women, a questionnaire was used to determine rates of functional constipation, dyssynergic defecation, and slow transit constipation. In patients, results of anorectal manometry, EMG, and colonic transit studies were reviewed to assess subtypes of functional constipation; in addition, results of dynamic videoproctography were reviewed in cohort 2 to assess the role of structural pelvic floor disorders. RESULTS The prevalence of functional constipation in healthy young women was 28.8%; symptoms of dyssynergic defecation were found in 8.2%, those of isolated slow transit in only 0.17%. In patient cohort 1, a total of 143 patients (83.1%) showed dyssynergic defecation: 117 patients (68.0%) had paradoxical external anal sphincter contraction and 26 (15.1%) had impaired internal anal sphincter relaxation). Slow transit constipation without dyssynergia was observed in 15 (8.7%). Up to 40.2% of patients with dyssynergia also had delayed colonic transit. In the cohort of 106 women with dyssynergic defecation, videoproctography showed impaired puborectal relaxation in 64 patients (60.4%), anterior rectocele in 65 (61.3%), and rectal prolapse in 13 (12.3%). LIMITATIONS We could not estimate the prevalence and subtypes of irritable bowel syndrome in the epidemiological study. CONCLUSIONS Functional constipation is extremely prevalent among young, healthy, Spanish women, dyssynergic defecation being the most prevalent subtype. Slow transit constipation without dyssynergic defecation is uncommon. Structural pelvic floor disorders are highly prevalent in middle-aged women with dyssynergic defecation.
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A qualitative study of quality of life and the experience of complementary and alternative medicine in Korean women with constipation. Gastroenterol Nurs 2011; 34:118-27. [PMID: 21455044 DOI: 10.1097/sga.0b013e3182109405] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Twelve percent of people worldwide report suffering from self-defined constipation. Women experience constipation three times more than men. Many people have used complementary and alternative medicine for constipation, but there is no qualitative research about this issue. The purpose of this article was to describe Korean women's experience of treating chronic constipation with complementary and alternative medicine. A qualitative descriptive approach used in-depth, semistructured interviews with 10 Korean women in the United States who had constipation. Four themes were identified: (1) subjective definition of constipation; (2) efforts to find the reason for constipation; (3) efforts to find solutions for constipation (subtheme: frequent use of enemas, laxatives, and suppositories; expectation and disappointment for complementary and alternative medicine; finding individually effective solutions for constipation); and (4) negative impact on quality of life (subtheme: mental discomfort, changed appetite, and difficult relationships with people).Ten women reported that they had used exercise, massage, yogurt, vegetables, seeds of tangles (seaweed), mineral oil, milk with plums, mixed rice, walnuts, grapefruits, apples, oranges, aloe, oatmeal, soymilk, sweet potatoes, ground flax seed, and alcohol as a strategy for relieving constipation. Participants had also used herbs, acupuncture, acupressure, moxibustion, cupping therapy, hand acupuncture, senna tea, and soy bean past fomentation. In conclusion, living with constipation is an irritable and uncomfortable experience, and it motivated these women to select a variety of methods to reduce constipation.
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Cunha GH, Fechine FV, Santos LK, Pontes AV, Oliveira JC, Moraes MO, Bezerra FA, Moraes ME. Efficacy of the tincture of jalapa in the treatment of functional constipation: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study. Contemp Clin Trials 2011; 32:153-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cct.2010.10.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2010] [Revised: 10/07/2010] [Accepted: 10/15/2010] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Gender- and age-related differences in muscular and nerve-mediated responses in human colon. Dig Dis Sci 2011; 56:352-8. [PMID: 20658192 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-010-1324-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2010] [Accepted: 06/17/2010] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Gender- and age-related differences in muscular and nerve-mediated responses in human colon are poorly characterized. We studied carbachol-induced motor responses and electrically evoked contractions in sigmoid circular muscle from adult and elderly patients of different gender. METHODS Sigmoid colon segments were obtained from 24 men and 16 women undergoing left hemicolectomy for colon cancer. Isometric tension was measured on muscle strips exposed to increasing carbachol concentrations. The effects of atropine, guanethidine, L-nitro arginine methyl ester (L-NAME), and tetrodotoxin on electrically evoked contractions were also studied. RESULTS Female patients showed higher maximal response to carbachol than male patients, elderly females being the most sensitive to carbachol among all patient groups. Electrically evoked contractions were linearly related to stimulation frequency and abolished by tetrodotoxin. Electrically evoked contractions were significantly more pronounced in elderly male patients; they were reduced by atropine and guanethidine and increased by L-nitro arginine methyl ester in the presence of atropine and guanethidine (P < 0.05). The effect of L-NAME was most marked in elderly male patients and least pronounced in elderly females. CONCLUSIONS The response to carbachol and the role of nitrergic pathways differ according to age and gender; this may depend on muscarinic receptor upregulation or humoral factors affecting nitric oxide release, respectively.
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Gonzalez F. Obstructive uropathy caused by fecal impaction: report of 2 cases and discussion. Am J Hosp Palliat Care 2010; 27:557-9. [PMID: 20395636 DOI: 10.1177/1049909110367784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Constipation is a common problem in palliative care. In spite of the most vigilant protocol, some cases can fly under the radar and present in atypical fashion. We report 2 cases of fecal retention, which presented as acute renal failure. Our goal is to bring attention to this problem and briefly discuss the challenges associated with managing this common problem.
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Phillips RJ, Walter GC, Powley TL. Age-related changes in vagal afferents innervating the gastrointestinal tract. Auton Neurosci 2010; 153:90-8. [PMID: 19665435 PMCID: PMC2818053 DOI: 10.1016/j.autneu.2009.07.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2009] [Revised: 07/11/2009] [Accepted: 07/13/2009] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Recent progress in understanding visceral afferents, some of it reviewed in the present issue, serves to underscore how little is known about the aging of the visceral afferents in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. In spite of the clinical importance of the issue-with age, GI function often becomes severely compromised-only a few initial observations on age-related structural changes of visceral afferents are available. Primary afferent cell bodies in both the nodose ganglia and dorsal root ganglia lose Nissl material and accumulate lipofucsin, inclusions, aggregates, and tangles. Additionally, in changes that we focus on in the present review, vagal visceral afferent terminals in both the muscle wall and the mucosa of the GI tract exhibit age-related structural changes. In aged animals, both of the vagal terminal types examined, namely intraganglionic laminar endings and villus afferents, exhibit dystrophic or regressive morphological changes. These neuropathies are associated with age-related changes in the structural integrity of the target organs of the affected afferents, suggesting that local changes in trophic environment may give rise to the aging of GI innervation. Given the clinical relevance of GI tract aging, a more complete understanding both of how aging alters the innervation of the gut and of how such changes might be mitigated should be made research priorities.
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- Robert J Phillips
- Purdue University, Ingestive Behavior Research Center, Department of Psychological Sciences, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2081, USA.
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Rasmussen LS, Pedersen PU. Constipation and defecation pattern the first 30 days after thoracic surgery. Scand J Caring Sci 2009; 24:244-50. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-6712.2009.00713.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Phillips RJ, Walter GC, Ringer BE, Higgs KM, Powley TL. Alpha-synuclein immunopositive aggregates in the myenteric plexus of the aging Fischer 344 rat. Exp Neurol 2009; 220:109-19. [PMID: 19664623 DOI: 10.1016/j.expneurol.2009.07.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2009] [Revised: 07/12/2009] [Accepted: 07/26/2009] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Dystrophic axons and terminals are common in the myenteric plexus and smooth muscle of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract of aged rats. In young adult rats, alpha-synuclein in its normal state is abundant throughout the myenteric plexus, making this protein-which is prone to fibrillization-a candidate marker for axonopathies in the aged rat. To determine if aggregation of alpha-synuclein is involved in the formation of age-related enteric neuropathies, we sampled the stomach, small intestine and large intestine of adult, middle-aged, and aged virgin male Fischer 344 rats stained for alpha-synuclein in both its normal and pathological states. Alpha-synuclein-positive dystrophic axons and terminals were present throughout the GI tract of middle-aged and aged rats, with immunohistochemical double labeling demonstrating co-localization within nitric oxide synthase-, calretinin-, calbindin-, or tyrosine hydroxylase-positive markedly swollen neurites. However, other dystrophic neurites positive for each of these four markers were not co-reactive for alpha-synuclein. Similarly, a subpopulation of alpha-synuclein inclusions contained deposits immunostained with an anti-tau phospho-specific Ser(262) antibody, but not all of these hyperphosphorylated tau-positive aggregates were co-localized with alpha-synuclein. The presence of heteroplastic and potentially degenerating neural elements and protein aggregates both positive and negative for alpha-synuclein suggests a complex chronological relationship between the onset of degenerative changes and the accumulation of misfolded proteins. Additionally, proteins other than alpha-synuclein appear to be involved in age-related axonopathies. Finally, this study establishes the utility of the aging Fischer 344 rat for the study of synucleopathies and tauopathies in the GI tract.
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- Robert J Phillips
- Purdue University, Department of Psychological Sciences, 703 Third Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907-2081, USA.
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Terrell KM, Hustey FM, Hwang U, Gerson LW, Wenger NS, Miller DK. Quality indicators for geriatric emergency care. Acad Emerg Med 2009; 16:441-9. [PMID: 19344452 DOI: 10.1111/j.1553-2712.2009.00382.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 130] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Emergency departments (EDs), similar to other health care environments, are concerned with improving the quality of patient care. Older patients comprise a large, growing, and particularly vulnerable subset of ED users. The project objective was to develop ED-specific quality indicators for older patients to help practitioners identify quality gaps and focus quality improvement efforts. METHODS The Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) Geriatric Task Force, including members representing the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), selected three conditions where there are quality gaps in the care of older patients: cognitive assessment, pain management, and transitional care in both directions between nursing homes and EDs. For each condition, a content expert created potential quality indicators based on a systematic review of the literature, supplemented with expert opinion when necessary. The original candidate quality indicators were modified in response to evaluation by four groups: the Task Force, the SAEM Geriatric Interest Group, and audiences at the 2007 SAEM Annual Meeting and the 2008 American Geriatrics Society Annual Meeting. RESULTS The authors offer 6 quality indicators for cognitive assessment, 6 for pain management, and 11 for transitions between nursing homes and EDs. CONCLUSIONS These quality indicators will help researchers and clinicians target quality improvement efforts. The next steps will be to test the feasibility of capturing the quality indicators in existing medical records and to measure the extent to which each quality indicator is successfully met in current emergency practice.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA.
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Sturtzel B, Mikulits C, Gisinger C, Elmadfa I. Use of fiber instead of laxative treatment in a geriatric hospital to improve the wellbeing of seniors. J Nutr Health Aging 2009; 13:136-9. [PMID: 19214342 DOI: 10.1007/s12603-009-0020-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Constipation is a common problem in the elderly population, especially in geriatric wards. Laxatives are the most preferred solution but current studies link constipation and laxative use to weight-loss and malnutrition in nursing homes. Dietary fibers also affect stool weight and transit time. So, oat-bran effectiveness in reducing the need for bowel medication and weight-loss for geriatric care patients was examined in a geriatric hospital. AIM To determine whether the addition of oat-bran to common oral diet can reduce the use of laxatives and improve the wellbeing and bodyweight of the inhabitants of a long-term-care facility. METHODS The study was designed as a controlled blind intervention trial among 30 frail inhabitants of a geriatric hospital aged 57-100 years with laxative use. Including criteria were: oral food intake and laxatives as therapy and excluding criteria were: parenteral and enteral feeding, surgeries in the gastro- intestinal tract, drugs that shorten or lengthen the passage through the gut, risk of aspiration, swallowing troubles. An intervention and a control group were formed. 15 of them received 7-8 g oat-bran/d for 12 weeks (fiber group) mixed up in the daily common diet of the ward and 15 served as control (control group). DATA COLLECTION Bodyweight was taken at baseline, after 6 weeks and at the end of the supplementation. Data on laxative use, stool frequency and the eating habits of the elderly were recorded. RESULTS Laxatives were successfully discontinued by 59% (p < 0.001) in the fiber-group; in the control-group there was an increase of 8% (p=0.218). Bodyweight remained constant in the fiber-group and decreased in the control-group (p=0.002). The oat-fiber supplementation in the introduced form was well tolerated. CONCLUSIONS Use of oat-fiber allowed discontinuation of laxatives by 59% while improving body-weight and wellbeing of the seniors. Fiber supplementation is a safe and convenient alternative to laxatives in a geriatric hospital.
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- B Sturtzel
- Department of Nutritional Science, University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Davies EC, Green CF, Mottram DR, Pirmohamed M. The use of opioids and laxatives, and incidence of constipation, in patients requiring neck-of-femur (NOF) surgery: a pilot study. J Clin Pharm Ther 2008; 33:561-6. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2710.2008.00949.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Bell TJ, Panchal SJ, Miaskowski C, Bolge SC, Milanova T, Williamson R. The prevalence, severity, and impact of opioid-induced bowel dysfunction: results of a US and European Patient Survey (PROBE 1). PAIN MEDICINE 2008; 10:35-42. [PMID: 18721170 DOI: 10.1111/j.1526-4637.2008.00495.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 374] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This multinational, Internet-based survey was designed to assess the prevalence, frequency, severity, and impact of opioid-induced bowel dysfunction (OBD) in patients receiving opioid therapy for chronic pain and taking laxatives. DESIGN In total, 322 patients taking daily oral opioids and laxatives completed the 45-item questionnaire. At the time of the survey, 45% of patients reported <3 bowel movements per week. The most prevalent opioid-induced side effects were constipation (81%) and straining to pass a bowel movement (58%). Those side effects considered most bothersome by patients were (in order of rank) constipation, straining, fatigue, small or hard bowel movements, and insomnia. RESULTS Most of the OBD symptoms specified in the questionnaire were experienced by the majority of patients >or=4 times a week. Constipation was the OBD symptom that was most often reported as severe. Most patients reported that their OBD symptoms had at least a moderate negative impact on their overall quality of life and activities of daily living. A third of patients had missed, decreased or stopped using opioids in order to make it easier to have a bowel movement. CONCLUSION The survey findings confirm that OBD occurs frequently, despite the use of laxatives, in individuals taking daily oral opioids for chronic pain. These gastrointestinal symptoms add to the burden already experienced by chronic pain patients, negatively impacting quality of life and, in some cases, affecting opioid treatment itself.
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- Timothy J Bell
- GlaxoSmithKline, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709, USA.
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Guest JF, Clegg JP, Helter MT. Cost-effectiveness of macrogol 4000 compared to lactulose in the treatment of chronic functional constipation in the UK. Curr Med Res Opin 2008; 24:1841-52. [PMID: 18558017 DOI: 10.1185/03007990802102349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To estimate the cost-effectiveness of macrogol 4000 compared to lactulose in the treatment of chronic functional constipation, from the perspective of the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK. METHODS A decision model depicting the management of chronic functional constipation was constructed using clinical outcomes and resource use values derived from patients suffering from chronic functional constipation in The Health Improvement Network (THIN) Database. The model was used to estimate the cost-effectiveness of a general practitioner (GP) prescribing macrogol 4000 relative to lactulose to treat adults >/=18 years of age suffering from chronic functional constipation. RESULTS Forty-two per cent (95% confidence interval [CI]: 38%; 46%) of macrogol 4000-treated patients are expected to be successfully treated within 3 months after starting treatment, compared to 31% (95% CI: 27%; 37%) of lactulose-treated patients. Patients' health status at 3 months was estimated to be 0.213 (95% CI: 0.200; 0.223) and 0.210 (95% CI: 0.197; 0.220) quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) in the macrogol 4000 and lactulose groups, respectively. The total 3-monthly NHS cost of treating patients with macrogol 4000 or lactulose was estimated to be pound115 (95% CI: pound98; pound132) and pound102 (95% CI: pound86; pound119), respectively. Hence, the cost per QALY gained with macrogol 4000 was estimated to be pound4333. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the model, treatment with macrogol 4000 relative to lactulose is expected to increase the probability of being successfully treated by 35% at 3 months (p<0.0001), although this yields only a 1% improvement in health gain. Nevertheless, macrogol 4000 affords a cost-effective addition to the range of laxatives available for this potentially resource-intensive condition, since it is clinically more effective than lactulose and the cost-effective strategy from the perspective of the NHS.
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- Julian F Guest
- Catalyst Health Economics Consultants, Northwood, Middlesex, UK.
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Constipation and irritable bowel syndrome are very common in older persons. Constipation is over diagnosed and over treated in older persons. Lifestyle changes, osmotic laxatives, and lubiprostone are the approaches of choice for the management of constipation. Irritable bowel syndrome should be considered in the differential diagnosis of abdominal pain, diarrhea and constipation in older persons.
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- Division of Geriatric Medicine, Saint Louis University Medical Center, Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1402 S. Grand Blvd., M238, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA.
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Castledine G, Grainger M, Wood N, Dilley C. Researching the management of constipation in long-term care: Part 1. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2008; 16:1128-31. [PMID: 18073683 DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2007.16.18.27506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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The management of constipation is a problem in any healthcare setting, for a variety of reasons. These include the lack of a unified definition of constipation, differences in bowel habit between individuals, the lack of literature on assessment of constipation and nursing research into the condition, and the numerous risk factors. A good knowledge and understanding of these factors, which can help not only in dealing with constipation, but also in preventing it and maintaining the individual's comfort and health, is essential. This two-part article describes a research study carried out in nine care homes, among patients of various ages with a variety of chronic conditions. The aim of the study was to investigate and improve bowel care in long-term care settings. Part 1 presents the background to the study, including the definition, causes, risk assessment and management of constipation, which focuses on the role of health education and the use of laxatives. The main part of the study and implications for practice will be presented in part 2.
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Sturtzel B, Elmadfa I. Intervention with Dietary Fiber to Treat Constipation and Reduce Laxative Use in Residents of Nursing Homes. ANNALS OF NUTRITION AND METABOLISM 2008; 52 Suppl 1:54-6. [DOI: 10.1159/000115351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Shatenstein B, Kergoat MJ, Reid I. Poor Nutrient Intakes during 1-Year Follow-Up with Community-Dwelling Older Adults with Early-Stage Alzheimer Dementia Compared to Cognitively Intact Matched Controls. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 107:2091-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jada.2007.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 90] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2007] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Grainger M, Castledine G, Wood N, Dilley C. Researching the management of constipation in long-term care. Part 2. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2007; 16:1212-7. [DOI: 10.12968/bjon.2007.16.19.27361] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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