The ability to remain continent is fundamental to our functioning as socially capable individuals. Loss of faecal continence leads to physical, psychological and social disability. Contrary to common belief, the condition is not confined to the disabled elderly. Rather, it affects people of all ages.
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Michael Kamm has acted as a consultant to Medtronic, Curon and Janssen Pharmaceuticals. His department has received financial support for research into the treatment of faecal incontinence from Medtronic and from SLA Pharma. He has an interest in the development of topical agents for the treatment of faecal incontinence.