What is transanal irrigation (TAI)?

TAI is a simple procedure where body temperature water is passed through a soft silicone cone into the rectum. As water fills the rectum, the rectal wall gently stretches, which can help someone with chronic constipation or faecal incontinence pass a bowel movement (poo).

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