Effect of sacral neuromodulation on the rectum

Background: Sacral neuromodulation (SNM) is a new treatment for faecal incontinence. At present the exact underlying mechanism is still unclear. Modulation of the sacral reflex arcs might have an effect on rectal sensitivity, wall tension and compliance. Methods: Fifteen consecutive patients with fa...

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Veröffentlicht in:	British journal of surgery 2005-08, Vol.92 (8), p.1017-1023
Hauptverfasser:	Uludaǧ, Ö., Morren, G. L., Dejong, C. H. C., Baeten, C. G. M. I.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adult Aged Biological and medical sciences Catheterization Electric Stimulation Therapy - methods Fecal Incontinence - physiopathology Fecal Incontinence - therapy Female General aspects Humans Lumbosacral Plexus Male Manometry Medical sciences Middle Aged Pressure Sensation - physiology Sensory Thresholds - physiology
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