The Safety and Efficacy of the Artificial Bowel Sphincter for Fecal Incontinence

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Douglas W. Wong · Stanford University

Susan M. Congliosi · Stanford University

Michael P. Spencer · Stanford University

Marvin L. Corman · Stanford University

Patrick Y. Tan · Stanford University

Frank G. Opelka · Stanford University

Marcus J. Burnstein ·

Abstract

Although morbidity and the need for revisional surgery are high, the artificial bowel sphincter can improve anal incontinence and quality of life in patients with severe fecal incontinence.

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Pelvic floor disorders treatments Diverticular Disease and Complications Anorectal Disease Treatments and Outcomes

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Published in: Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Volume 45, Issue 9, pp. 1139-1153

DOI: 10.1007/s10350-004-6381-z

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The Safety and Efficacy of the Artificial Bowel Sphincter for Fecal Incontinence

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