Constipation after stroke
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1673-4165.2014.10.013
- VernacularTitle:卒中后便秘
- Author:
Yanli LI
;
Huihui ZHANG
;
Weiwei WU
;
Xiurong CHEN
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Stroke;
Constipation;
Risk Factors;
Nurses
- From:
International Journal of Cerebrovascular Diseases
2014;22(10):798-800
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Constipation is a major gastrointestinal complication after stroke.Its prevalence is from 22.9％ to 60％.It not only influences the quality of life of patients and restricts their social activities,but also causes poor outcomes.Poststroke constipation is associated with various factors,including the use of multiple drugs,dehydration,and inactivity.Its treatment strategies have based on the experiences and expert opinions.The available evidence suggests that nurse-led intervention may improve defecation process.
