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Obesity and Bowel Incontinence in Persons with Spina Bifida

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A recently published study is highlighting an association with bowel incontinence and obesity in persons with Spina bifida. Because obesity can be managed, there is the possibility of reducing bowel incontinence in those with Spina bifida when obesity is a complication. This is a link to the summary of the results. This is a reliable news source. news-medical.net/news/20171...

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