Study of Factors Linked to Faecal and Double Incontinence Using High Resolution Anorectal Manometry in Adults

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying patients with faecal incontinence FI, double incontinence DI, and controls to better understand factors linked to these conditions. The study focuses on comparing neurological disorders, past surgeries, diarrhoea, and other factors, while assessing abnormalities using 3D high resolution anorectal manometry HARM. It also evaluates the presence and severity of faecal and urinary incontinence through disease-specific questionnaires, aiming to measure how these conditions impact quality of life. Participants will undergo high resolution 3D anorectal manometry to identify abnormalities and will complete specialized questionnaires to assess the severity of their incontinence and its effect on quality of life. The study establishes a prospective database to compare findings between those with FI, DI, and control subjects, verifying previous retrospective study results. During the study visit, participants will provide information through questionnaires, and manometry data will be collected to analyze disease factors. Researchers will measure outcomes like the prevalence of double incontinence, the role of diarrhoea, and the impact of urinary incontinence on quality of life. The study includes adults aged 18 years and older and allows healthy volunteers. Total participation involves a single inclusion visit for data collection and assessment.

Prospective Database of Factors Associated With Faecal vs. Double Incontinence in Patients Referred for High Resolution Anorectal Manometry.