Terminology
Definitions
- Although the term anal incontinence is more appropriate to use as it describes involuntary loss of flatus, liquid, or solid stool; fecal incontinence is the synonymous term more commonly used in clinical practice
- Prevalence of some degree of fecal incontinence in general population is ~ 2%, rising to 7% in elderly
Etiology of Fecal Incontinence
Imaging Findings in Fecal Incontinence
Choice of Imaging Technique
Selected References
- Bitti GT et al: Pelvic floor failure: MR imaging evaluation of anatomic and functional abnormalities. Radiographics. 34(2):429-48, 2014
- García Del Salto L et al: MR imaging-based assessment of the female pelvic floor. Radiographics. 34(5):1417-39, 2014
- Malouf AJ et al: Prospective assessment of accuracy of endoanal MR imaging and endosonography in patients with fecal incontinence. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 175(3):741-5, 2000
Related Differential Diagnoses
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