Abstract:8.7 AE 5.3) were significantly improved (p<0.05). After training, only 18.8% of patients required digitations during bowel opening. The Bristol Stool Score was significantly improved with 40% of type 3, 26.7% of type 4 and 20% of type 5 (p<0.05). Conclusion: The study provides preliminary data that biofeedback training in managing patients may be effective in improving the clinical outcomes with functional constipation patients. Interpretation of the results requires caution due to the lack of a control group.… Show more
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