| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3310769 | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America | 2009 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
Functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) are highly prevalent in Western countries yet no single mechanism or etiological agent that initiates IBS has been identified. Current research has implicated the intestinal microbiota with FGIDs. This article reviews the available literature/data regarding the intestinal microbiota and FGIDS. The possible relationships between the intestinal microbiota and the intestinal function and functional bowel symptoms are discussed.
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Authors
Yehuda Ringel, Ian M. Carroll,