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Keynote Lecture: Fecal Incontinence

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Biofeedback: Outcomes<br />

• Results vary considerably with reported<br />

success 38-92%<br />

• Success does not diminish in most over time<br />

in few small long term studies (Ryn, Morren 2000)<br />

• May improve function if symptoms persist<br />

w/ successful sphincter repair (Jensen, Lowery 1997)<br />

• No clear patient selection criteria or optimal<br />

protocol

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