Can a nerve zap cure Kids' stubborn constipation?
NCT ID NCT04713085
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two ways to stimulate sacral nerves in 48 children aged 2-17 with severe constipation and fecal incontinence that didn't improve with standard care. One group got an implanted nerve stimulator, the other a non-invasive patch. The goal was to see if either approach could reduce pain, improve bowel movements, and cut down on accidents.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sacral nerve stimulation (implanted or external patch)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new option for children with severe constipation and fecal incontinence that hasn't improved with standard treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 48 children. The results may not apply to all kids, and the invasive implant carries surgical risks.
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Locations
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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Pediatric Surgery
Erlangen, Bavaria, 91054, Germany