2.2. Analysis.
Comparison 2 ONE DRUG VERSUS ANOTHER DRUG OR A COMBINATIONOF DRUGS, Outcome 2 Osmotic laxative (lactulose) versus osmotic laxative + glycerine suppository + enema.
| Osmotic laxative (lactulose) versus osmotic laxative + glycerine suppository + enema | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Study | Lactulose | Lactul + supp + enema | Significance |
| Number of faecal incontinence episodes in 4 weeks | |||
| Chassagne 2000 | N 61 mean 24 (SD 11.5 ) | N 62 mean 24 (SD 10.8) | P = 0.9 |
| Number of soiled items (bedding and or clothing) in 4 weeks | |||
| Chassagne 2000 | N 61 mean 80 (SD 16.1) | N 62 mean 78 (SD 20.7) | P = 0.55 |