Psyllium Fiber Versus Placebo in Early Treatment After STARR for Obstructed Defecation: a Double-blind RCT

Summary

This study aims to assess whether fiber intake, formerly recommended only before or instead of surgery, may play a role in improving postoperative progress and functional outcome after STARR for obstructed defecation, in terms of residual constipation, incontinence and defecation urgency.

Timeline

Start

2010-05

Primary completion

2011-12

Completion

2011-12

Drugs

Indications