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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 28, 2013; 19(48): 9216-9230
Published online Dec 28, 2013. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v19.i48.9216
Table 3 Studies of outcomes of sacral nerve stimulation
Ref.YearPatients (n)Significant reduction in incontinence scores and incontinent episodesSignificant increase in quality of life
Leroi et al[73]200527YY
Boyle et al[63]200915YNR
Brouwer et al[64]201055YY
Wexner et al[79]2010120YY
Hollingshead et al[76]201118YNR
Lim et al[78]201141YY
Mellgren et al[81]201183YY
George et al[77]201223YY
Devroede et al[83]201278YY
Hull et al[75]201376YY
Damon et al[82]201392YY