Synonyms Bowel incontinence, anal incontinence Introduction The term incontinence (fecal incontinence) is used to describe a disease associated with the inability to hold back both bowel movements and intestinal wind arbitrarily. Fecal incontinence can affect people of all ages. As a rule, however, older people are affected much more frequently. Patients suffering from this form … Fecal incontinence
Classification and severity levels There are various systems for classifying the severity of fecal incontinence. In everyday clinical practice, however, the classification of fecal incontinence according to Parks is used above all. This system divides fecal incontinence into three degrees: Grade 1: This is the lightest form of bowel incontinence, which cannot be held back … Classification and severity levels | Fecal incontinence
Prognosis The prognosis of fecal incontinence varies considerably from patient to patient. Both the cause and the age of the affected patient play a decisive role in the chances of correcting the incontinence. In most cases, however, the quality of life of the affected person can be at least significantly improved by suitable therapeutic measures. … Prognosis | Fecal incontinence
