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Gastrointestinal motility disorders: an update.

Brian E Lacy1, Kirsten Weiser

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA. brian.lacy@hitchcock.org

Digestive Diseases (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 20, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Gastrointestinal motility disorders significantly impact quality of life. This update reviews common disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and gastroparesis, focusing on current and novel therapeutic options.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Gastrointestinal motility disorders present diverse symptoms affecting the entire GI tract.
  • These chronic conditions profoundly impact patient quality of life and incur significant societal costs.
  • Recent advancements have enhanced understanding of their etiology and pathophysiology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a clinical update on common gastrointestinal motility disorders.
  • To emphasize current treatment strategies and emerging therapeutic modalities.
  • To cover achalasia, esophageal motility disorders, dyspepsia, gastroparesis, chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction, irritable bowel syndrome, and chronic constipation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical practices.
  • Focus on evidence-based treatment options.

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  • Inclusion of novel therapeutic approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • Progress in understanding the causes and mechanisms of these disorders.
    • Identification of established and investigational treatments.
    • Comprehensive overview of seven prevalent motility disorders.

    Conclusions:

    • Updated knowledge on gastrointestinal motility disorders is crucial for effective patient management.
    • Current treatments offer relief, with new therapies showing promise.
    • Addressing these prevalent conditions improves patient outcomes and reduces societal burden.