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Eur J Pediatr Surg 1989; 44: 44-45
DOI: 10.1055/s-2008-1043293
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© Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New York

Successful Management of Faecal Incontinence Using the Enema Continence Catheter

Jenny  Walker1 , Pat  Webster2
  • 1Department of Paediatric Surgery Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, L12 2AP, U.K.
  • 2Department of Stoma Care, Alder Hey Children's Hospital, Liverpool, L12 2AP, U.K.
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25 March 2008 (online)

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Abstract

Faecal incontinence in the school age child is a social and educational handicap, and its relief can revolutionise the life of the family. Shandling and Gilmour (1) have successfully managed this using their "enema continence catheter" for effective colonic lavage. We report our methods and experience using this technique.

Key words

Faecal incontinence - Enema continence - Catheter