Open AccessFactors affecting satisfaction with treatment in European women with chronic constipation: An internet survey
Author(s) -
Emmanuel Anton,
Quigley Eamonn MM,
Simrén Magnus,
Feng Yue,
MüllerLissner Stefan,
Urbain Daniel,
Tack Jan,
Bredenoord Albert J,
Sabaté JeanMarc,
Yiannakou Yan,
Andresen Viola,
Cuomo Rosario,
Rey Enrique,
Gryp Renate Specht,
Vandeplassche Lieve,
Solomon Dory
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
ueg journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.667
H-Index - 35
eISSN - 2050-6414
pISSN - 2050-6406
DOI - 10.1177/2050640613494200
Subject(s) - medicine , constipation , bloating , laxative , defecation , chronic constipation , patient satisfaction , feeling , irritable bowel syndrome , physical therapy , family medicine , abdominal pain , surgery , psychology , social psychology
Background Data on factors affecting treatment satisfaction in European women with chronic constipation are limited. Objective To assess factors associated with treatment satisfaction among European women with chronic constipation. Methods A 2011–2012 internet survey was conducted in men and women from 12 European countries. Respondents analysed were female with self‐reported chronic constipation (≥1 symptoms for ≥6 months of lumpy/hard stools, feeling of incomplete evacuation, and pain during defecation, as well as <3 bowel movements/week). For laxative users, satisfaction with treatment, factors affecting satisfaction, and interactions with healthcare professionals were collected. Results and conclusions In total, 4805/50,319 participants fulfilled the inclusion criteria (female with chronic constipation). Of the laxative users (1575/4805), 57% ( n = 896) were satisfied with their treatment, while 26% were neutral, and 17% dissatisfied. Dissatisfied respondents visited their GP less frequently in the past 12 months, were more likely to obtain over‐the‐counter laxatives, and took a dose higher than recommended more frequently than those satisfied. Respondents were most satisfied with ease of use of treatment and least satisfied with relief from bloating. Newer treatments aimed at alleviating symptoms, particularly bloating, are required for respondents neutral or dissatisfied with their current treatment.