Comorbid extra-intestinal central sensitization conditions worsen irritable bowel syndrome in primary care patients.

Xiao Jing WangJon O EbbertConnor G LoftusJordan K RosedahlLindsey M Philpot

Published in: Neurogastroenterology and motility : the official journal of the European Gastrointestinal Motility Society (2023)

Patients with IBS often have multiple CS disorders which increases symptom severity and lowers quality of life. Understanding the impact of multiple CSS diagnoses and treating these as a global condition may improve patient experience.

Keyphrases

irritable bowel syndrome
primary care
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
patient reported
general practice