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[Abdominal bloating: an up-to-date].

P Ducrotté1

  • 1Département d'hépatogastroentérologie et de nutrition, CHU de Rouen, 1 rue de Germont, Rouen cedex, France. philippe.ducrotte@chu-rouen.fr

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Bloating is a common yet challenging symptom, often caused by impaired gas transit or visceral hypersensitivity, not excessive gas production. Understanding these causes is key to effective treatment strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Physiology

Context:

  • Bloating is a prevalent gastrointestinal symptom, particularly in women, posing a significant clinical challenge.
  • Current understanding highlights impaired gas transit and visceral hypersensitivity as primary causes, rather than excessive gas production.
  • Abnormal viscera-somatic reflexes contributing to dyssynergia and abdominal wall muscle relaxation are also implicated.

Purpose:

  • To elucidate the pathophysiology of bloating.
  • To review current and emerging therapeutic strategies for managing bloating.
  • To discuss the role of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.

Summary:

  • Bloating pathophysiology involves impaired small bowel gas transit and visceral hypersensitivity, leading to discomfort despite normal gas volumes.
  • Therapeutic approaches include managing constipation, dietary modifications (avoiding fermentable carbohydrates and fructose), prokinetics, and agents targeting visceral sensitivity.
  • Probiotics show promise, and non-pharmacological methods like hypnosis are being explored.

Impact:

  • Improved understanding of bloating mechanisms can guide more targeted and effective clinical management.
  • This review provides a comprehensive overview of therapeutic options, aiding clinicians in patient care.
  • Highlights the need for further research into the efficacy of various treatments, including gas absorbents and probiotics.