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Factors Predicting Failure in Anorectal Biofeedback
Anorectal biofeedback is a method used by specialists in gastrointestinal motility to treat disorders of defecation. In the case of the anorectal biofeedback, unlike in biofeedback applications in other medical fields, the signal is represented by the pressure in the anorectal canal. The pressure is assessed by anorectal manometry. Patients are trained to become aware of this signal in an attempt to reeducate them for a correct defecation. Following the variation of the signals, patients can learn how to modulate the anal sphincter pressure and to improve their defecation disorders. Anorectal biofeedback is therefore used for fecal incontinence and for chronic terminal constipation. Despite its potential, the method is not intensively used and many patients ignore it. The specialists’ evaluation of the method is controversial: from enthusiastic to deceiving results, different data are available. The aim of this presentation is to analyze factors of success and of failure in the use of anorectal biofeedback in a single center specialized in anorectal manometry and to compare our data with results described by other authors.
Part of the book: Biofeedback
Health Issues in Nurses
This comprehensive review delves into the intricate web of health issues affecting nurses and healthcare professionals (HCPs). The paper explores various facets of this multifaceted issue, from the historical evolution of the nursing profession to the contemporary challenges faced by nurses in their professional roles. It investigates the demanding nature of nursing duties, the often arduous working conditions nurses contend with, and the intricate interplay between health issues and the medical field. A specific focus is placed on the prevalence of medical conditions, infectious diseases, stress-related disorders, and psychological challenges that nurses commonly face. The paper also addresses the alarming issue of suicide among nurses, as well as the pervasive problem of burnout and organic diseases that afflict this essential workforce.
Part of the book: Nursing Studies