Current Incidence and Risk Factors of Fecal Incontinence After Acute Stroke Affecting Functionally Independent People

Conclusions: At present, the incidence of FI in acute stroke patients without previous functional dependency is lower than expected, with an association of a more severe and hemorrhagic stroke. Due to its impact on the quality of life, it is necessary to deepen the knowledge of the underlying mechanisms to address therapeutic strategies.
Source: Frontiers in Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research