Medicine and Health

Intermittent colonic exoperistalsis for chronic constipation in spinal cord-injured individuals. A long-term structured patient feedback survey to evaluate home care use

J. Bremer, J. Bremer, et al.

This study reveals the incredible long-term benefits of the MOWOOT device for spinal cord-injured individuals suffering from chronic constipation. After an average of 13.27 months of use, participants experienced significant improvements in bowel function, comfort, and overall satisfaction, as reported by a dedicated team of researchers including Jana Bremer and Jörn Bremer.

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Abstract

This study assessed the long-term effectiveness, tolerability, and satisfaction of the intermittent colonic exoperistalsis (ICE) device MOWOOT in spinal cord-injured (SCI) individuals with chronic constipation. Eleven participants used MOWOOT for a mean of 13.27 months. Significant improvements were observed in mean time per evacuation, number of failed evacuation attempts, bowel movement frequency, stool consistency, and decreased symptoms like difficulty/strain, abdominal pain, bloating, cramps, and spasms. Satisfaction with bowel function and management also improved significantly. Most participants reported good tolerability, efficacy, and ease of use.

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Spinal Cord Series and Cases

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Jana Bremer, Jörn Bremer, Maike König, Peter Koßmehl, Ines Kurze, Jeannette Oberiesenbuchner, Elisabeth Weinschenk, Immaculada Herrero-Fresneda

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