Chronic Constipation Pathway

Chronic Constipation Pathway

Expert Care for Severe and Refractory Constipation

Chronic constipation is more than just an inconvenience—it can significantly impact daily life, leading to discomfort, bloating, and a reduced quality of life. If you have been struggling with long-term constipation that does not respond to standard treatments, King’s College Hospital Dubai offers a dedicated Chronic Constipation Pathway designed to diagnose and treat the root cause of your symptoms effectively. It also brings the first centre to offer nerve modulation for patients suffering from chronic constipation.

Symptoms of Chronic Constipation

Chronic constipation is characterised by persistent difficulty with bowel movements. You may be experiencing:

• Infrequent bowel movements (fewer than three per week)
• Excessive straining during defecation
• Hard or lumpy stools that are difficult to pass
• A sensation of incomplete evacuation, even after using the toilet
• A feeling of blockage in the rectum, preventing stool passage
• The need for manual assistance, such as using fingers to remove stool

If you experience any of these symptoms regularly, it’s important to seek medical evaluation.

Advanced Diagnostic Techniques at King’s

At King’s College Hospital Dubai, we use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to determine the underlying cause of chronic constipation. These include:

• Colonic Transit Studies: This test evaluates how long it takes for food to move through the colon, helping to identify slow transit constipation.
• Anorectal Manometry: A specialised test measuring the strength and coordination of the rectal and anal muscles, essential for assessing functional constipation and pelvic floor dysfunction.
• MRI Defecography: A highly advanced imaging study that provides a detailed visual assessment of the pelvic floor muscles and rectum during defecation, helping to diagnose structural abnormalities affecting bowel movements.

State-of-the-Art Treatment Options

Once the cause of your constipation is identified, our team of expert gastroenterologists and colorectal specialists will create a personalised treatment plan. Our Chronic Constipation Pathway offers a range of innovative, non-invasive, and minimally invasive treatments, including:

• Biofeedback Therapy: A non-invasive, highly effective therapy that retrains the pelvic floor muscles using real-time feedback. This approach is particularly beneficial for patients with pelvic floor dyssynergia, a condition where the muscles fail to relax properly during defecation.
• Sacral Nerve Modulation (SNM): A breakthrough neuromodulation therapy that stimulates the sacral nerves, restoring normal bowel function. SNM is an excellent option for patients who have not responded to conventional treatments and suffer from severe functional constipation.
• Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications: Our expert dietitians and gastroenterologists will guide you through tailored nutritional plans, hydration strategies, and exercise regimens to naturally support bowel health.
• Personalised Medication Management: For some patients, targeted medications such as prokinetic agents, stool softeners, or osmotic laxatives may be prescribed to regulate bowel movements effectively.

Why Choose King’s College Hospital Dubai?

At King’s, we understand that chronic constipation is a complex condition requiring a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. As the only centre in the UAE offering a dedicated Chronic Constipation Pathway, we provide:

• World-class UK-trained gastroenterologists and colorectal specialists
• Cutting-edge diagnostic tools for precise evaluation
• Personalised treatment plans tailored to each patient
• The latest innovations in non-invasive and minimally invasive therapies
• A multidisciplinary approach, incorporating dietetics, physiotherapy, and advanced medical treatments

Find Lasting Relief from Chronic Constipation

You don’t have to live with chronic constipation. At King’s College Hospital Dubai, we offer advanced, evidence-based treatments to restore your comfort and quality of life.

Contact us today to book a consultation with our expert team and take the first step toward lasting relief.