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.
Publisher
Spinal Cord Series and Cases
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Authors
Jana Bremer, Jörn Bremer, Maike König, Peter Koßmehl, Ines Kurze, Jeannette Oberiesenbuchner, Elisabeth Weinschenk, Immaculada Herrero-Fresneda
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intermittent colonic exoperistalsis
MOWOOT
spinal cord injury
chronic constipation
bowel management
patient satisfaction
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