New study tests two ways to stop accidental bowel leaks

NCT ID NCT03811821

First seen Mar 05, 2026 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looked at two treatments for severe fecal incontinence (accidental bowel leakage) in 275 adults. Participants first tried basic management like diet changes and exercises. Those who still had symptoms were randomly assigned to either biofeedback (retraining muscles) or an injectable gel (Solesta) to bulk up the anal canal. The main goal was to see which treatment reduced leakage episodes by at least 75% after 3 months, and to compare costs and safety.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia

    Augusta, Georgia, 30912, United States

  • Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates, Ltd.

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55114, United States

  • Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35801, United States

  • University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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