Irritable bowel syndrome
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For patient information click here Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sudarshana Datta, MD [2]
Synonyms and keywords: Spastic colon, functional bowel disorder, IBS
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Irritable Bowel Syndrome from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | CT | MRI | Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Monitoring | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy