Stitt V J
J Natl Med Assoc. 1983 Sep;75(9):908-12.
Constipation is a common problem that affects not only the young, but the elderly as well. Treatment in the elderly, however, may cause more problems than the constipation itself. A review of the prevalence of constipation in the elderly and its etiology and suggestions for treatment are presented. Some of the complications that may result from constipation or its treatment are described.
便秘是一个常见问题,不仅影响年轻人,也影响老年人。然而,对老年人的治疗可能会引发比便秘本身更多的问题。本文综述了老年人便秘的患病率、病因及治疗建议,并描述了便秘或其治疗可能导致的一些并发症。