title: The aetiology and epidemiology of faecal incontinence.
abstract: Faecal incontinence is experienced by at least 2% of the population and 7% of those over 65 years of age. The true incidence is probably much higher because of the stigmata of the affliction leading to underreporting. The common causes of faecal incontinence are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Colorectal Surgery, Royal Liverpool Hospital, Liverpool L7 8XP.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Francombe
authors.forename: P S
authors.initials: PS
authors.lastname: Carter
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Hershman
mesh_terms: D001004:Anus Diseases / Q000150:complications; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000150:complications; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011247:Pregnancy; D012678:Sensation Disorders / Q000150:complications