World Journal of Gastroenterology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
30(16), P. 2258 - 2271
Published: April 26, 2024
Irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS)
is
one
of
the
most
frequent
and
debilitating
conditions
leading
to
gastroenterological
referrals.
However,
recommended
treatments
remain
limited,
yielding
only
limited
therapeutic
gains.
Chitin-glucan
(CG)
a
novel
dietary
prebiotic
classically
used
in
humans
at
dosage
1.5-3.0
g/d
considered
safe
food
ingredient
by
European
Food
Safety
Authority.
To
provide
an
alternative
approach
managing
patients
with
IBS,
we
performed
preclinical
molecular,
cellular,
animal
studies
evaluate
role
chitin-glucan
main
pathophysiological
mechanisms
involved
IBS.
World Journal of Gastroenterology,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
29(26), P. 4120 - 4135
Published: July 6, 2023
Coronavirus
disease
2019
(COVID-19)
has
several
extrapulmonary
symptoms.
Gastrointestinal
(GI)
symptoms
are
among
the
most
frequent
clinical
manifestations
of
COVID-19,
with
severe
consequences
reported
in
elderly
patients.
Furthermore,
impact
COVID-19
on
patients
pre-existing
digestive
diseases
still
needs
to
be
fully
elucidated,
particularly
older
population.
This
review
aimed
investigate
GI
tract,
liver,
and
pancreas
individuals
without
previous
diseases,
a
particular
focus
elderly,
highlighting
distinctive
characteristics
observed
this
Finally,
effectiveness
adverse
events
anti-COVID-19
vaccination
disorders
peculiarities
found
discussed.
Gut Microbes,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(1)
Published: Jan. 3, 2024
Gut
–
brain
communications
disorders
in
irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS)
are
associated
with
intestinal
microbiota
composition,
increased
gut
permeability,
and
psychosocial
disturbances.
Symptoms
of
IBS
difficult
to
medicate,
hence
much
research
is
being
made
into
alternative
approaches.
This
study
assesses
the
potential
a
treatment
pasteurized
Akkermansia
muciniphila
for
alleviating
IBS-like
symptoms
two
mouse
models
different
etiologies.
Two
clinically
relevant
animal
were
used
mimic
C57BL6/J
mice:
neonatal
maternal
separation
(NMS)
paradigm
Citrobacter
rodentium
infection
model.
In
both
models,
colonic
sensitivity,
fecal
composition
IL-22
expression
evaluated.
The
cognitive
performance
emotional
state
animals
also
assessed
by
several
tests
C.
neuromodulation
ability
A.
was
on
primary
neuronal
cells
from
mice
dorsal
root
ganglia
using
ratiometric
calcium
imaging
approach.
administration
significantly
reduced
hypersensitivity
accompanied
reinforcement
barrier
function.
Beneficial
effects
have
been
observed
anxiety-like
behavior
memory
defects
Finally,
neuroinhibitory
effect
exerted
stimulated
algogenic
substances
such
as
capsaicin
inflammatory
soup.
Our
findings
demonstrate
novel
anti-hyperalgesic
properties
muciniphila,
which
therefore
may
beneficial
relieving
pain
anxiety
subjects
IBS.
Gut,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. gutjnl - 331634
Published: Jan. 8, 2024
We
evaluated
the
histamine
1
receptor
antagonist
ebastine
as
a
potential
treatment
for
patients
with
non-constipated
irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS)
in
randomised,
placebo-controlled
phase
2
study.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
15(10), P. 2295 - 2295
Published: May 13, 2023
Irritable
bowel
syndrome
is
a
typical
gastrointestinal
disease
that
causes
bloating,
flatulence,
abdominal
pain,
diarrhoea,
constipation,
or
alteration
of
the
last
two
in
adults
and
children.
A
diet
low
fermentable
oligosaccharides,
disaccharides,
monosaccharides,
polyols
(FODMAP)
one
potential
treatment
strategies
to
reduce
symptoms
increase
quality
life.
The
present
narrative
review
aims
general
overview
current
studies
have
evaluated
efficacy
low-FODMAP
against
other
diets
symptoms,
nutrient
intake
children,
lifestyle
quality.
research
was
performed
using
seven
searchable
databases,
which
included
Cochrane
Central
Register
Controlled
Trials
(CENTRAL),
Database
Systematic
Reviews
(CDSR),
Excerpta
Medica
(EMBASE),
Medline,
PubMed,
Scopus,
Web
Science,
up
March
2023.
In
conclusion,
there
significant
evidence
follow-up
might
be
feasible
first-line
therapeutic
strategy
stomach
discomfort,
life
for
patients
with
irritable
syndrome.
Neurobiology of Disease,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
193, P. 106440 - 106440
Published: Feb. 16, 2024
Limited
treatment
options
have
been
shown
to
alter
the
natural
course
of
constipation-predominant
irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS-C).
Therefore,
safer
and
more
effective
approaches
are
urgently
needed.
We
investigated
effects
transcutaneous
auricular
vagus
nerve
stimulation
(taVNS)
in
a
mouse
model
IBS-C.
In
current
study,
C57BL/6
mice
were
randomly
divided
into
normal
control,
IBS-C
sham-electrostimulation
(sham-ES),
taVNS,
drug
groups.
The
taVNS
on
fecal
pellet
number,
water
content,
gastrointestinal
transit
evaluated
mice.
assessed
effect
visceral
hypersensitivity
using
colorectal
distention
test.
16S
rRNA
sequencing
was
used
analyze
microbiota
experimental
First,
we
found
that
increased
compared
with
sham-ES
group.
Second,
significantly
decreased
abdominal
withdrawal
reflex
(AWR)
score
group,
thus
relieving
hyperalgesia.
Third,
gut
outcomes
showed
restored
Lactobacillus
abundance
while
increasing
Bifidobacterium
probiotic
at
genus
level.
Notably,
number
c-kit-positive
interstitial
cells
Cajal
(ICC)
myenteric
plexus
region
our
study
indicated
effectively
ameliorated
ICC.
Nutrients,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(2), P. 265 - 265
Published: Jan. 16, 2024
This
narrative
review
delves
into
the
intricate
relationship
between
irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS)
and
food
intolerances.
IBS,
a
chronic
functional
gastrointestinal
disorder,
is
characterized
by
symptoms
like
abdominal
pain
altered
habits.
The
prevalence
of
IBS
has
increased
globally,
especially
among
young
adults.
Food
dietary
habits
play
crucial
role
in
management.
About
85-90%
patients
report
symptom
exacerbation
linked
to
specific
consumption,
highlighting
strong
connection
intolerances
IBS.
often
exhibit
dose-dependent
pattern,
posing
challenge
identifying
trigger
foods.
issue
further
complicated
complex
nature
physiology
varying
compositions.
discusses
various
patterns
their
impact
on
including
low-FODMAP
diet,
gluten-free
Mediterranean
diet.
It
highlights
importance
personalized
approach
management,
considering
individual
variability
history.
In
conclusion,
this
emphasizes
need
for
accurate
diagnosis
holistic
management
interplay
factors
pathophysiology.
underlines
patient
education
adherence
treatment
plans,
acknowledging
challenges
posed
triggers
psychological
restrictions.
Life,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
15(2), P. 277 - 277
Published: Feb. 11, 2025
Irritable
bowel
syndrome
(IBS)
is
a
functional
gastrointestinal
disorder
characterized
by
abdominal
pain,
bloating,
and
altered
habits.
Women
are
disproportionately
affected
IBS
due
to
complex
interplay
between
genetic,
environmental,
psychosocial
factors,
along
with
crucial
role
of
the
gut–brain
axis
in
modulating
both
function
pain
perception.
Evidence
suggests
strong
association
psychological
distress
symptoms.
report
higher
levels
compared
men,
sex
biological
variable
that
shapes
several
aspects
mechanisms,
epidemiology,
clinical
manifestations
IBS.
This
paper
explores
bidirectional
relationship
factors
focus
on
women.
Stress,
anxiety,
depression,
childhood
trauma
contribute
symptomatology,
societal
unique
women
may
exacerbate
this
condition.
Strategies
for
integrated
care
approaches
gender-specific
treatment
strategies
improve
patient
outcomes
quality
life
needed.