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Predictors of unsuccessful of treatment for fecal incontinence biofeedback for ...
Murad-Regadas, Sthela M.; Regadas, Francisco Sergio P.; Regadas Filho, Francisco Sergio P.; Mendonça Filho, José Jader de; Andrade Filho, Roberto S.Background – Biofeedback is an effective method of treatment for fecal incontinence but there is controversy regarding factors that may be correlated with its effectiveness. Objective – To evaluate the efficacy of biofeedback in the treatment of fecal incontinence, identifying the predictive factors for unsuccessful treatment. Methods – Consecutive female patients who had fecal incontinence and were treated wit...
Can three-dimensional anorectal ultrasonography be included as a diagnostic too...
Murad-Regadas, Sthela Maria; Regadas Filho, Francisco Sergio P.; Holanda, Erico de Carvalho; Veras, Lara Burlamaqui; Vilarinho, Adjra da SilvaBackground – There is no a clear knowledge concerning the division of any part of the anal sphincter complex and the effect of this procedure on the function of the anal canal during the treatment of perianal fistula. Objective – To evaluate the usefulness of 3D anorectal ultrasound in the assessment of anal fistula, quantifying the length of the sphincter muscle to be transected, selecting patients for differe...