Constipation and fecal incontinence in the elderly
Van Kemseke, C.
Revue Medicale de Liege 69(5-6): 337-342
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 0370-629X PMID: 25065242 Document Number: 676499
Alterations of anorectal functions (constipation and fecal incontinence) are very frequent in the elderly. The patient's global evaluation with his past medical history, comorbidities, medications, as well as social environment and physical dependence, is more than ever necessary in this high risk population to guide the explorations and the medical care of these disorders.