Proof of Concept: "Bottom's Up" Seat to Treat Constipation

Overview

About this study

Supporting the pelvic floor can reduce symptoms of constipation in patients with refractory constipation due to pelvic floor laxity and excessive perineal descent by means of a modified toilet seat, known as "the Bottom's Up".

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria

Males and female
greater that 18 years of age
aggravated constipation due to pelvic floor laxity of at least 4 cm and excessive perineal descent of at least 4 cm
willing to sign consent
undergo defecography with and without "The Bottom's Up" device

Exclusion Criteria

constipation but no excessive laxity or descent will not be evaluated

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location	Status
Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz. Mayo Clinic principal investigator Amy Foxx-Orenstein, D.O.	Closed for enrollment

Mayo Clinic Location

Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Amy Foxx-Orenstein, D.O.

Closed for enrollment

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