Factors affecting satisfaction with treatment in European women with chronic constipation: An internet survey

BackgroundData on factors affecting treatment satisfaction in European women with chronic constipation are limited.ObjectiveTo assess factors associated with treatment satisfaction among European women with chronic constipation.MethodsA 2011–2012 internet survey was conducted in men and women from 12 European countries. Respondents analysed were female with self-reported chronic constipation (≥1 symptoms for ≥6 months of lumpy/hard stools, feeling of incomplete evacuation, and pain during defecation, as well as <3 bowel movements/week). For laxative users, satisfaction with treatment, factors affecting satisfaction, and interactions with healthcare professionals were collected.Results and conclusionsIn total, 4805/50,319 participants fulfilled the inclusion criteria (female with chronic constipation). Of the laxative users (1575/4805), 57% (n = 896) were satisfied with their treatment, while 26% were neutral, and 17% dissatisfied. Dissatisfied respondents visited their GP less frequently in the past 12 mo...