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01-12-2016 | Review Article

Role of diet in fecal incontinence: a systematic review of the literature

Authors: Kristen Colavita, Uduak U. Andy

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 12/2016

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

The objective was to perform a systematic review of the literature to examine original research on the role of diet in fecal incontinence (FI) with a dual focus on dietary differences in FI and dietary treatments for FI.

Methods

We searched the PubMed and Embase databases for any peer-reviewed original research in English on the role of diet in FI.

Results

We identified 172 unique citations. After title review and exclusion of articles not reporting original research, 9 publications were included in the final review: 4 focused on dietary differences and 5 focused on dietary treatments for FI. Limited evidence indicates that macro- and micronutrient intake does not differ significantly in those with and without FI. However, certain foods were perceived to improve or exacerbate FI symptoms and these varied and were adjusted as part of self-care practices. A high-fiber diet may reduce incontinence frequency.

Conclusions

Data on the pathogenesis of FI from a dietary perspective are scant. Based on the limited data, dietary differences between those with and without FI provide little insight with the exception of fiber. Further studies are needed to elucidate treatments for FI using fiber and dietary modifications.

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Title: Role of diet in fecal incontinence: a systematic review of the literature
Authors: Kristen Colavita
Uduak U. Andy
Publication date: 01-12-2016
Publisher: Springer London
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 12/2016
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-016-2979-7

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Role of diet in fecal incontinence: a systematic review of the literature

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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