Study of the Nervous Control of the Anal Sphincter

University Hospital, Rouen

Overview

Anal incontinence and constipation are frequently observed in patients with neurological disease. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the neurological control of the anal sphincter in healthy subjects, patients with neurological disease by a new electrophysiological technique. This technique consists in recordings of anal sphincter responses after magnetic stimulations of the cortex and the sacral nerves.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Spinal Cord Injuries

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: * healthy volunteers * patients with spinal lesion * patients with cauda equina syndrome Exclusion Criteria: * pregnant women * pacemaker or other metallic material implanted * epileptic patients * organic colorectal disease * obese patients * previous neurological surgery

Locations (1)

University hospital of Rouen

Rouen, France

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