Abstract
Fecal incontinence is a socially disabling problem that is underestimated but widespread. Approximately 2% of the general population suffer from the inability to control bowel emptying [1], and this rate rises with age: up to 11% of men and 26% of women over age 50 [2]. Its impact on society is substantial. Only a small portion of this population has to be treated surgically.
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Matzel, K.E., Hetzer, F.H. (2007). Sacral Nerve Stimulation. In: Ratto, C., Doglietto, G.B., Lowry, A.C., Påhlman, L., Romano, G. (eds) Fecal Incontinence. Springer, Milano. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-88-470-0638-6_21
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