Irritable Bowel Syndrome: A Multifactorial Disorder

15 September 1988

journal article
research article
Published by Taylor & Francis in Hospital Practice

Vol. 23 (9) , 119-133
https://doi.org/10.1080/21548331.1988.11703538

Abstract

IBS can be confidently diagnosed from the history, the physical examination, and a few simple diagnostic studies. Nevertheless, patients invariably have interrelated problems that are multifactorial and complex. Hence, the focus of treatment must be broadened to encompass the associated effects of stress, behavior, personality, and psychiatric disturbances.

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