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The incidence of constipation does not differ from that found in the literature. Faecal incontinence is slightly improved compared to what has been published. However, urinary tract infections and incontinence are more prevalent in our series. Five patients out of the eight that responded suffered from psychosocial problems, according to DAS-59 questionnaire. Patients with SCT require urological, bowel, and psychological counselling, until they have a complete functional and emotional development.

Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness and safety of controlled-release doxazosin for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Scope: In this open-label, noncontrolled, observational surveillance study, 3684 men with BPH received 4-8 mg of controlled-release doxazosin gastrointestinal therapeutic system (GITS) for 6 months; 3283 (89.1%) patients completed the trial. Changes in urinary symptoms and quality of life were assessed using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS). Blood pressure and adverse events were assessed. Conclusion: After 6 months' treatment with doxazosin GITS resulted in significant improvements in IPSS. BP was reduced only in hypertensive patients. Doxazosin, GITS was well tolerated.