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Biofeedback for Fecal Incontinence and Constipation
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Biofeedback and Kegel exercises for Fecal Incontinence. Completed, across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Fecal incontinence affects 2% of adults in the United States. Biofeedback has been recommended for the treatment of fecal incontinence because uncontrolled studies over the past 25 years suggest that these treatments are as effective as medical or surgical management and involve no risk. However, placebo-controlled trials are still lacking. The aims of this study are: (1) to compare biofeedback to alternative therapies for which patients have a similar expectation of benefit; (2) to identify which patients are most likely to benefit; and (3) to assess the impact of treatment on quality of life.