A comprehensive scoring system for defecation disorders derived by merging various validated patient-reported outcome measures for fecal incontinence, chronic constipation, and obstructed defecation

This study highlights the potential for reducing item redundancy across existing PROMs for defecation disorders.

The aim of this study was to develop a new comprehensive Defecation Disorders Scoring System (DDSS) by incorporating all items of the most used and validated PROMs. 

Article Details

Authors

Carlo Ratto, Ilaria Simonelli, Paola Campennì, Francesco Litta, Mario Pagano, Angelo Parello & Angelo Alessandro Marra

Publishing Info

International Journal of Colorectal Disease
1/29/2026

Filed Under

  • Colon & Rectal
  • Defecation Disorders
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