Weledji, E.P.; Marti, L. A Historical Perspective of Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) for Bowel Dysfunction. IJS Short Reports 2021, 6, e25–e25, doi:10.1097/sr9.0000000000000025.
Weledji, E.P.; Marti, L. A Historical Perspective of Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) for Bowel Dysfunction. IJS Short Reports 2021, 6, e25–e25, doi:10.1097/sr9.0000000000000025.
Weledji, E.P.; Marti, L. A Historical Perspective of Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) for Bowel Dysfunction. IJS Short Reports 2021, 6, e25–e25, doi:10.1097/sr9.0000000000000025.
Weledji, E.P.; Marti, L. A Historical Perspective of Sacral Nerve Stimulation (SNS) for Bowel Dysfunction. IJS Short Reports 2021, 6, e25–e25, doi:10.1097/sr9.0000000000000025.
Abstract
Prevention of obstetric trauma from damage to the pelvic floor is not always possible and sacral nerve stimulation (SNS) may be necessary later in life. Sacral nerve stimulation has been a promising innovation in the management of moderate to severe faecal incontinence and following sphincter repair failure. Although the indication spectrum for SNS is expanding, the success of neuromodulation for constipation is limited. Adverse events of SNS requiring re-intervention are not common but a long-term successful outcome may depend on interventions for maintenance of the device.
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