An analysis of 65 patients with fecal incontinence due to obstetric injury-A comparison between early and late onset groups-

Abstract

Purpose : The aim of this study was to elucidate the clinical features as well as anorectal function and structure in patients with fecal incontinence due to obstetric anal sphincter injury.Methods : Sixty-five women with fecal incontinence diagnosed to be due to obstetric anal sphincter injury according to their obstetric and disease history, results of anorectal physiological tests and ultrasonography, were the subjects of this study. Their clinical profiles, obstetric history, symptoms, and anorectal physiological test and ultrasonography results were analyzed.Results : The 65 patients were classified into two groups : the early onset group (EOG) consisting of 32 patients whose fecal inco..