Chronic Idiopathic Constipation in Adults: Epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis and clinical management
DescriptionThis review examines the epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical management of CIC (chronic idiopathic constipation) in adults.
It is based on a synthesis of relevant evidence from articles listed in PubMed from inception until January 2018, including original research articles, consensus guidelines and opinion articles.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify any red flag symptoms that would necessitate further investigation with colonoscopy to exclude colorectal malignancy through careful history taking and clinical assessment of the patient with constipation undertaking
- Coordinate lifestyle modifications, if these are not effective, choose treatment with osmotic and stimulant laxatives
- Explain the next steps if there is no response to pharmacological treatment and when it is suitable
Authors: Christopher J Black, Alexander C Ford
Article Type: Narrative review
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Reading: journal; textbook; book; literature review
1h : 0m
MBA: 1h : 0m
Digestive System Diseases
Medical Practitioner, Medical Student, Doctor-in-Training, Non-Vocationally Registered, Nurse / Midwife, Pharmacist, Podiatrist, Researcher, Retired, Specialist - Other, Specialist General Practitioner