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Fecal Incontinence Surgery

Surgical treatment of inability to control bowel movements.

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board
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What is Fecal Incontinence Surgery?

Fecal incontinence is defined as involuntary leakage of gas, liquid, or solid stool and causes serious social and psychological effects. It most commonly develops due to obstetric sphincter injury, pelvic floor dysfunction, age-related changes, and neurological disorders.

Surgical treatment is considered in patients who do not respond to medical and conservative treatments (diet, fiber-rich nutrition, biofeedback, physical therapy). Surgical options include sphincteroplasty, sacral neuromodulation, artificial bowel sphincter, and colostomy.

Treatment is individualized; the location of sphincter damage, the patient's functional status, and expectations are considered. Sacral neuromodulation is a minimally invasive option that has produced successful results in recent years.

Symptoms

Involuntary gas leakage
Liquid and solid stool leakage
Sense of urgency to defecate
Soiling after defecation
Perianal irritation
Social isolation
Impaired quality of life

Risk Factors

Obstetric sphincter injury
History of anorectal surgery
Advanced age
Neurological diseases
Diabetes
Inflammatory bowel disease
Rectal prolapse

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

  • Involuntary stool leakage
  • Complaints restricting social activities
  • Failure of conservative treatment
  • History of sphincter injury
  • Evaluation of surgical options

Treatment Methods

01
Anal manometry and endoanal ultrasound
02
Biofeedback and pelvic floor rehabilitation
03
Sphincteroplasty
04
Sacral neuromodulation
05
Injectable bulking agent
06
Artificial sphincter
07
Colostomy as a last resort

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You can visit our Genel Cerrahi department for these complaints. Our specialist physicians will create the most suitable treatment plan for you.

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