Risk Factors Associated with Inadequate Bowel Preparation in Patients with Functional Constipation

ConclusionsWith the standard preparation regime,> 1/3 of patients with functional constipation had inadequate bowel cleansing. BSFS 1, rectal pain score during defecation < 2, and starting-to-defecation interval ≥ 4 h were identified as independent risk factors for inadequate bowel preparation in constipated patients.Trial RegistrationClinicalTrials.gov number NCT02842411.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s10620-019-05847-5

Source: Digestive Diseases and Sciences - October 11, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research