Bowel dysfunction refers to problems with the frequency, consistency and/or ability to control bowel movements. Bowel dysfunction, including faecal incontinence, is frequently reported following neurological illness or injury. These problems are common following a brain injury: ‘The frequency of faecal incontinence can be correlated to increase in severity of a brain injury’ (SIGN 130: Brain Injury Rehabilitation in Adults, A National Clinical guideline, 2013).
Adult Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction Protocol: Bowel Dysfunction: Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment and Management
Assessment of Bowel Dysfunction
Types of Bowel Dysfunction
Further Advice for the Management of Bowel Dysfunction