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Management of faecal incontinence in residential aged care.
Aust J Gen Pract
December 2018
MBChB, MRCP, FRACP, Clinical Associate Professor and Consultant Geriatrician, Barwon Health, Vic
Background: Faecal incontinence significantly affects a patient's quality of life, and limited research has been conducted into effective interventions that are specific to residential aged care. Australian and New Zealand prevalence data indicate a general faecal incontinence rate of 12-13% in older adults and up to 50% in residential aged care.
Objective: The objective of this article is to describe the suggested initial investigation and management of faecal incontinence in older adults residing in residential aged care.