Table 1

Subject baseline FI characteristics

Faecal incontinence symptoms and historySubjects (% of total, n=11)
Experiencing solid or liquid stool leakage
 ≥2 times per day5 (45)
 ≥2 times per week5 (45)
 1–3 times a month1 (9)
Reports faecal urgency9 (69)
History of faecal incontinence
 0–12 months1 (9)
 1–5 years5 (45)
 5–10 years3 (27)
 10–20 years1 (9)
 ≥20 years1 (9)
Current coping mechanisms
 Pads or disposable briefs/diapers in underwear7 (64)
 Medicine for diarrhoea (eg, Imodium or Lomotil)4 (36)