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Irritable bowel syndrome

E Carlson1

  • 1University of Texas, Houston, Health Science Center, USA.

The Nurse Practitioner
|February 21, 1998
PubMed
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and altered bowel habits. This article reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of IBS, emphasizing efficient clinical approaches.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a prevalent gastrointestinal complaint in primary care settings.
  • It represents a significant portion of referrals to gastroenterologists.
  • The exact pathophysiology of IBS remains unclear, but diagnosis is not based on exclusion.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology of IBS.
  • To outline diagnostic strategies for IBS.
  • To discuss the management of IBS in clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on IBS pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management.
  • Emphasis on established clinical guidelines for efficient diagnosis and treatment.
  • Discussion of balancing the exclusion of organic causes with diagnostic testing.

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Main Results:

  • IBS presents with symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, flatulence, and changes in bowel habits.
  • Clinicians must differentiate IBS from organic diseases, considering testing costs and risks.
  • Guidelines offer an efficient approach to diagnosing and treating IBS.

Conclusions:

  • Effective management of IBS involves accurate diagnosis and patient education.
  • Addressing IBS requires a balanced approach to rule out organic causes while employing efficient diagnostic pathways.
  • This review provides insights into the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of IBS for primary care clinicians.