title: Current issues in the management of adult faecal incontinence.
abstract: Faecal incontinence is a common yet under-reported cause of reduced quality of life. Adequate assessment is crucial in establishing the underlying aetiology and appropriate treatment. This article explores such an assessment, its challenges and the management options for faecal incontinence.
authors.affiliation: John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.
authors.forename: John M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Findlay
authors.forename: Charles
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Maxwell-Armstrong
mesh_terms: D041342:Absorbent Pads; D000328:Adult; D001187:Artificial Organs; D001676:Biofeedback, Psychology; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000628:therapy*; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D017773:Pelvic Floor; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods