The effect of methoxamine on anal sphincter tone in vitro: a potential treatment for incontinence

Authors :: Nisar, P.J.
Acheson, A.G.
Gruss, H.J.
Scholefield, J.H.
Wilson, V.G.
Source :: Gut. April 2004, Vol. 53 Issue 4, , A18, p1 p.
Publication Year :: 2004
Abstract: Introduction: Pharmacological manipulation of the anal sphincter with [α.sub.1]-adrenoceptor agonists may improve function in patients with passive faecal incontinence. Topical phenylephrine causes a significant rise in resting anal pressure in [...]

Subjects :: Stereoisomers -- Health aspects -- Research
Incontinence -- Care and treatment -- Research
Phenylephrine -- Health aspects -- Research
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