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Can I read Fecal Incontinence in the Elderly: FAQ on EtoBox?

Fecal Incontinence in the Elderly: FAQ by Brijen J Shah; Sita Chokhavatia; Suzanne Rose is a Medicine article available to read on EtoBox.

What is Fecal Incontinence in the Elderly: FAQ about?

Fecal incontinence (FI) is a common gastrointestinal (GI) complaint in patients aged 65 years and older. This evidence-based review article discusses the epidemiology, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of FI in the geriatric population. We emphasize aging-related changes leading to and impacting evaluation and treatment of this symptom while incorporating the core geriatric principles of functional status and management aligned with patient preference and goals of care.

Who reads Fecal Incontinence in the Elderly: FAQ?

It is typically read by researchers, students, and practitioners in Medicine.

Author
Brijen J Shah; Sita Chokhavatia; Suzanne Rose
Publisher
Ovid Technologies (Wolters Kluwer Health)
Published
2012
Language
EN
Field
Medicine (Health Sciences)

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