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Intra-abdominal dilation of artificial bowel sphincter pressure-regulating balloon: a case report

Authors: Bartholomeus van Wunnik, Walter Mastboom, Steffan Rödel, Cornelius Baeten

Published in: International Journal of Colorectal Disease | Issue 1/2012

Abstract

Introduction

Fecal incontinence is a debilitating condition with considerable impact on quality of life. The artificial bowel sphincter may be used as a treatment option in severe cases in which no less invasive form of therapy is sufficient.

Results

Risk of infection and mechanical failure is of particular concern in this artificial device.

Conclusion

We report a rare late complication: balloon dilation due to hypertonic fillings.

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Title: Intra-abdominal dilation of artificial bowel sphincter pressure-regulating balloon: a case report
Authors: Bartholomeus van Wunnik
Walter Mastboom
Steffan Rödel
Cornelius Baeten
Publication date: 01-01-2012
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Journal of Colorectal Disease / Issue 1/2012
Print ISSN: 0179-1958
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1262
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00384-011-1159-y

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Intra-abdominal dilation of artificial bowel sphincter pressure-regulating balloon: a case report

Abstract

Introduction

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Results

Conclusion

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