[Gastrointestinal surgery and gastroenterology. X. Obstipation: treatment].

Treatment of the symptom of constipation is usually symptomatic. Correction of abnormal lifestyle and dietary habits may constitute a sufficient treatment of constipation. In addition, bulk-forming agents and osmotically active laxatives may be used. Only when these measurements are insufficiently effective, may more drastic treatment options such as contact laxatives and enemas may be used. In cases of spastic pelvic floor syndrome physiotherapy of the pelvic floor is indicated.