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  • Title: Sacral nerve stimulation for neurogenic faecal incontinence.
    Author: Holzer B, Rosen HR, Novi G, Ausch C, Hölbling N, Schiessel R.
    Journal: Br J Surg; 2007 Jun; 94(6):749-53. PubMed ID: 17410558.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) has emerged as a promising technique for the treatment of faecal incontinence. This study assessed the outcome of SNS in a cohort of patients with incontinence of neurological aetiology. METHODS: Thirty-six patients were included in a trial of SNS. Twenty-nine subsequently had a permanent implant. Evaluation consisted of a continence diary, anal manometry, saline retention testing and quality of life assessment. RESULTS: After a median follow-up of 35 (range 3-71) months, 28 patients showed a marked improvement in or complete recovery of continence. Incontinence to solid or liquid stool decreased from a median of 7 (range 4-15) to 2 (range 0-5) episodes in 21 days (P = 0.002). Saline retention time increased from a median of 2 (range 0-5) to 7 (range 2-15) min (P = 0.002). Maximum resting and squeeze anal canal pressures increased compared with preoperative values. Quality of life on all scales among patients who received a permanent implant increased at 12 and 24 months after operation. CONCLUSION: SNS is of value in selected patients with neurogenic faecal incontinence.
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