Encopresis diagnostic criteria
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Diagnostic Criteria
- A. Repeated passage of feces into inappropriate places (e.g., clothing, floor), whether involuntary or intentional.
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- B. At least one such event occurs each month for at least 3 months.
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- C. Chronological age is at least 4 years (or equivalent developmental level).
- D. The behavior is not attributable to the physiological effects of a substance (e.g., laxatives)or another medical condition except through a mechanism involving constipation.
Specify whether:
- With constipation and overflow incontinence: There is evidence of constipation on physical examination or by history.
- Without constipation and overflow incontinence: There is no evidence of constipation on physical examination or by history.