Why do balloon catheters leak? Over-inflating to reduce leakage may cause trauma!

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Fecal incontinence and its complications can be serious issues, especially for acutely or critically ill patients. Left unattended, stool leakage can cause serious skin irritation that may lead to reduced skin integrity, pressure ulcers, and dangerous hospital-associated infections (HAIs). Leakage of stool may also interfere with the healing process of wounds, incontinence-associated dermatitis or injuries. […]

Fecal incontinence management takes too much time, increase nursing workload

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ICU nurses carry out many critical tasks throughout the course of a shift. In fact, a recent study shows that nurses typically perform about 125 activities each hour, and switch tasks approximately every 29 seconds. In the ICU, many nursing procedures are life-saving in nature. Other nursing interventions are not as critical to saving a […]

Is overinflating balloon catheter safe for patients?

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Over-inflating balloon catheters is common, but is it a safe for patients? Fecal incontinence can make a hospital stay complicated. Left in contact with skin, stool can hamper skin integrity, cause incontinence-associated dermatitis, contribute to pressure ulcers, and even lead to dangerous hospital-associated infections (HAIs). Stool may also interfere with the healing process of surgical […]

Fecal incontinence management is tedious, and adds to nurse exhaustion

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ICU nurses have exceptionally challenging jobs. Performing lifesaving care is exhausting, both physically and mentally, and is extremely time-consuming. Providing basic care also takes time, energy, and mental acuity. The intense nature of nursing, especially in the ICU, leads to nurse exhaustion and burnout. Nurse burnout is a serious issue for hospitals, ICU nurses, and […]

Fecal Incontinence- Unrecognized Concern with Bariatric Surgery

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Nearly one-third of adults in the United States are clinically obese, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and more than 42 percent of Americans are overweight. Many people go to great lengths to achieve a healthy body weight, with more than 250,000 people undergoing bariatric surgery each year. Physicians perform bariatric surgery to […]

Is Cholecystectomy Responsible for Causing Incontinence?

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Stool Management

Gallbladder disease is a relatively common condition, affecting about 20.5 million people in the U.S. Cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder, is a standard procedure performed worldwide, with over 700,000 surgeries each year. Despite the surgery being recognized as safe and effective, but it is crucial to understand its potential side effects, including fecal […]

How Improper Management of Fecal Incontinence Can Lead to Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries

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Pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores or pressure ulcers, are prevalent in healthcare settings. These injuries occur due to prolonged pressure on specific body areas, damaging the skin and underlying tissues. These injuries not only cause substantial patient suffering but also result in increased healthcare costs, prolonged hospital stays, and a significant burden on healthcare […]

Innovations in Negative Pressure Therapy

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History of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) is a wound treatment method that has been used for over 20 years. The history of NPWT is a story of innovation and advancements in technology, as well as a better understanding of the healing process. The origins of NPWT can be traced back […]

Incontinence Care in Nursing Home Residents

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As the population of older adults continues to grow, so does the need for quality care in nursing homes. Among the many challenges faced by staff members in these facilities is the management of incontinence, a common condition that can have significant impact on the health, well-being, and dignity of residents. This problem is often […]

User Experience of Intrarectal Balloon Catheters and Clinical Complications Reported on FDA MAUDE

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Fecal incontinence affects 9 to 40% of hospitalized patients in the United States. Certain aspects of being in the hospital increase the risk of incontinence. Being on a ventilator, restricted to bed rest, taking antibiotics or other medications, or have a procedure or equipment that makes walking difficult can also contribute to fecal incontinence. Fecal […]

Can Adequate Fecal Incontinence Management Reduce Economic Burden?

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Fecal incontinence not only leads to reduction in quality of life, hospital acquired complications, creates a nursing burden in critical care settings – it also adds to additional cost. Fecal incontinence is very common, affecting 9 to 40 percent of all ICU patients. This indicates that a significant proportion of ICU patients require adequate fecal […]

Effective Strategies for Managing Colitis C.diff in ICU

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Articles, Stool Management

Colitis C.difficle or Clostridium difficile results from a disturbance of the normal bacterial flora of the colon, colonization by C difficile, and the release of toxins that cause mucosal inflammation and damage. The bacteria spreads through feces of infected individual and can survive on surfaces for a long duration. They typically infect people which are […]