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The evolution of the Qufora IrriSedo Cone

Qufora first introduced the market to cone rectal irrigation systems in 2009. Since then, thousands of individuals rely on a cone rectal irrigation system to irrigate their bowels. Last year, we reported that there were approximately 1.42 million cone irrigations (based on PCA data in 2021). Data for 2022, has seen an increase of 22%, […]

International Nurses Day 2023 – Our Nurses. Our Future.

International Nurses Day is celebrated annually on the 12th of May (on nursing pioneer Florence Nightingale’s birthday) to honour the contributions of nurses around the world. The theme for this year is ‘Our Nurses. Our Future.’ At the forefront of evolving technologies and innovation, nurses play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare. […]

This is Serious Sh1t – Spinal Injuries Association’s newest campaign

By MacGregor Healthcare In a recent survey by the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA), 72% of respondents with spinal cord injury (SCI) faced challenges with bowel management.* Poor bowel care for these patients can impact their mental health and quality of life. To address this issue, SIA launched its new major campaign, ‘This is #SeriousSh1t’, supported […]

Transitioning from low volume to high volume rectal irrigation

Part 1 of this series has explored choosing between high and low volume irrigation and when to use a cone or a catheter-based system. Using step 1 and step 2 of the Decision Guide can greatly assist HCPs with these choices (Emmanuel et al., 2022). However, as you know, each patient is an individual and […]

Planning and coping with irrigation

Many people experience bowel problems at some point in their lives, yet some feel too embarrassed to seek help. In my role within the myqufora support team, I have noticed that rectal irrigation as a treatment has a positive impact on patients, allowing them to take control of their bowel problems and carry on with […]

How to choose low or high volume

The introduction in recent years of a range of rectal irrigation products means there is a greater choice of products. This is especially seen in the application of both low and high volumes of water. Therefore, providing us with additional tools in the toolbox for treating patients. Essentially, this equals a better chance of a […]

Causes and management of LARS – the latest evidence explored

Rosen, H. et al (2023): Management of low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) following resection for rectal cancer. Cancers 2023, 15, 778. https://doi.org/10.3390/cancers150307781 Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is common. 60-80% of patients who undergo rectal resection (mostly for rectal cancer) experience symptoms which can have a significant impact on quality of life. This literature review explores the latest evidence […]

Association for Stoma Care Nurses Webinar

Brigitte Collins (Global Clinical Education Manager) Two weeks ago, I was fortunate enough to attend the Association for Stoma Care Nurses (ASCN) webinar for low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). The presentation was conducted by Jennie Burch (Head of Gastrointestinal Nursing Education at St Marks), a colleague and friend of mine who shares the same passion […]

Bladder & Bowel UK Professional Symposium – North West 2023 Round Up

By Michelle Henderson, Clinical Education Manager Conference season has started! It was a pleasure to attend my second Bladder and Bowel UK Professional Symposium in my role as Clinical Education Manager. This was a superb event with a full and interesting programme, and lots of learning. The concurrent paediatric and adult sessions means there’s a […]

Managing Bowel Dysfunction with Multiple Sclerosis – No longer ‘trapped’

Julian, a former research worker and now a physiologist after studying for his PhD, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) at 27 years old. While his MS had been manageable in the past, it has progressed rapidly in the last ten years, leaving him with poor dexterity and using a wheelchair, which soon led him […]