Data collection
Demographic, obstetrical and general medical data were extracted from
the patient’s medical records. Preoperative examination was performed by
a multidisciplinary team of urogynecologists and colorectal surgeons.
Most patients had an endoanal ultrasound and a validated St. Marks
faecal incontinence questionnaire, as well as Queensland pelvic floor
questionnaire at their initial visit.
At the post-operative visit most women had a repeat St Marks score and
some women a repeat endoanal ultrasound. Women who did not have
sufficient follow up beyond 6 months were contacted via a phone
interview which included a St Marks questionnaire. They were also asked
if they would recommend the surgery to a friend and if they had any
complications following the repair. The data was stored on the password
protected and secured online University of Melbourne REDCap Database.