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The collection of clinical data concerning bowel habit is always empirical. A more extended use of visual descriptive stool form scales could contribute to a clearer and more standardized reporting of data about bowel function. This could be helpful for both clinical practice and research purposes.
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Received: 2 October 2001 / Accepted: 30 October 2001
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Riegler, G., Esposito, I. Bristol scale stool form. A still valid help in medical practice and clinical research. Tech Coloproctol 5, 163–164 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1007/s101510100019
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