Constipation

Anthony G. Catto-Smith

ISBN 10: 9535102370 / ISBN 13: 9789535102373

Published by Intechopen Mrz 2012, 2012

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Constipation is common in both adults and children. Estimates would suggest a median prevalence of around 12-16% in the general population. While regarded as a minor nuisance in some cases, its consequences can be severe, with a substantial impact on quality of life. Secondary faecal soiling has a profound psychological effect at all ages. This book provides contributions from authors with a range of backgrounds which clarify the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and therapy of constipation for the general population and also for certain high risk groups. 188 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Constipation
• Publisher: Intechopen Mrz 2012
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9535102370
• ISBN 13: 9789535102373
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 266W x 185H x 18D millimeters 266 millimeters width by 185 millimeters height by 18 millimeters depth
• Weight: 625 grams

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Synopsis

Constipation is common in both adults and children. Estimates would suggest a median prevalence of around 12-16% in the general population. While regarded as a minor nuisance in some cases, its consequences can be severe, with a substantial impact on quality of life. Secondary faecal soiling has a profound psychological effect at all ages. This book provides contributions from authors with a range of backgrounds which clarify the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and therapy of constipation for the general population and also for certain high risk groups.