Chronic constipation among the elderly in Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia: a pilot study
Constipation is common among elderly population. The prevalence was higher among institutionalized and female elderly. Lack of fluid and fiber intake, lack of physical activity, underlying diseases and medication consumptions will further expose them to constipation. The prevalence however, was r...
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Main Authors: | Abdul Wahab, Patimah, Mohd Yusoff, Dariah, Ali, Siti Hawa, Abdul Kadir, Azidah |
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Format: | Conference or Workshop Item |
Language: | English English English |
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2014
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Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/76801/40/Poster%20to%20present_20141214-WA0003.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/76801/41/Cert_poster%20present_ICPE%202014.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/76801/42/76801%20Chronic%20constipation.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/76801/ |
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