Effectiveness of nurse-led dietary modification recommendations in the management of defecation dysfunction among patients with rectal cancer after sphincter-saving surgery: a scoping review - Takeaways - MDSpire

Effectiveness of nurse-led dietary modification recommendations in the management of defecation dysfunction among patients with rectal cancer after sphincter-saving surgery: a scoping review

  • By

  • Liu Wen

  • Qi Bi Rong

  • Cao Qiu jun

  • Wen Tao Tang

  • Xu Jian Min

  • Zhu Ai yong

  • June 11, 2026

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    This scoping review maps literature on nurse-led dietary modifications for managing defecation dysfunction in rectal cancer patients post-surgery.

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    Five studies met inclusion criteria, comprising four randomized controlled pilot studies and one population-based pilot study.

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    Nurse-led dietary interventions included fiber management, diet diaries, symptom-specific modifications, and fiber supplements.

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    The effectiveness of nurse-led dietary recommendations varied in improving defecation dysfunction after sphincter-saving surgery.

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    Future research should focus on developing a standardized, evidence-based nurse-led dietary modification program for clinical care.

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Effectiveness of nurse-led dietary modification recommendations in the management of defecation dysfunction among patients with rectal cancer after sphincter-saving surgery: a scoping review

  • by Liu Wen, Qi Bi Rong, Cao Qiu jun, Wen Tao Tang, Xu Jian Min, Zhu Ai yong

  • June 11, 2026

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