Vikram Rangan
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View article: Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating: Results From the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating: Results From the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study Open
View article: Prevalence and determinants of postprandial diarrhea in a tertiary care center
Prevalence and determinants of postprandial diarrhea in a tertiary care center Open
Background and Aims Postprandial diarrhea (PPD) is commonly seen in patients with disorders of gut–brain interaction (DGBI), but the factors associated with it have not been well studied. In this study, we aim to study the burden, impact, …
View article: Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating: Results From the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Bloating: Results From the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study Open
View article: What Is Unspecified Functional Bowel Disorder? A Commonly Seen, Rarely Recognized, and Poorly Understood Diagnosis
What Is Unspecified Functional Bowel Disorder? A Commonly Seen, Rarely Recognized, and Poorly Understood Diagnosis Open
INTRODUCTION: Unspecified functional bowel disorder (FBD-U) is a Rome IV diagnosis of exclusion and occurs when patients report bowel symptoms but do not meet the criteria for other functional bowel disorders (FBD; irritable bowel syndrome…
View article: Esophageal Hypocontractile Disorders and Hiatal Hernia Size Are Predictors for Long Segment Barrett’s Esophagus
Esophageal Hypocontractile Disorders and Hiatal Hernia Size Are Predictors for Long Segment Barrett’s Esophagus Open
The presence of a hypocontractile motility disorder increased the risk for LSBE. Furthermore, the risk for LSBE was directly associated with the length of the hiatal hernia.
View article: Clinical Characteristics of Patients Presenting With Bloating as a Predominant Symptom
Clinical Characteristics of Patients Presenting With Bloating as a Predominant Symptom Open
Background: The estimated prevalence of bloating is 15 to 30% in the adult US population and is even higher in patients with disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBIs). Despite this frequency, there is little research into patients who end…
View article: Psychological Predictors of Response to Open-Label Versus Double-Blind Placebo in a Randomized Controlled Trial in Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Psychological Predictors of Response to Open-Label Versus Double-Blind Placebo in a Randomized Controlled Trial in Irritable Bowel Syndrome Open
Objective There is growing evidence that open-label placebo (OLP) may be an efficacious treatment of chronic and functional conditions. However, patient-level predictors of response to OLP have not been clearly identified. The aim of this …
View article: Are They Side Effects? Extraintestinal Symptoms Reported During Clinical Trials of Irritable Bowel Syndrome May Be More Severe at Baseline
Are They Side Effects? Extraintestinal Symptoms Reported During Clinical Trials of Irritable Bowel Syndrome May Be More Severe at Baseline Open
View article: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Breath Testing in Gastroenterology: Clinical Utility and Pitfalls
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth Breath Testing in Gastroenterology: Clinical Utility and Pitfalls Open
View article: Patients’ experiences treated with open-label placebo versus double-blind placebo: a mixed methods qualitative study
Patients’ experiences treated with open-label placebo versus double-blind placebo: a mixed methods qualitative study Open
View article: Novel Advanced Impedance Metrics on Impedance-pH Testing Predict Lung Function Decline in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Novel Advanced Impedance Metrics on Impedance-pH Testing Predict Lung Function Decline in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis Open
INTRODUCTION: Gastroesophageal reflux has been associated with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Mean nocturnal baseline impedance (MNBI) is a marker of esophageal mucosal integrity, whereas postreflux swallow-induced peristaltic wave (…
View article: PATIENTS WITH SEVERE SYMPTOMATIC EXCESSIVE CENTRAL AIRWAY COLLAPSE AND GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE HAVE SIMILAR SHORT- AND LONG-TERM OUTCOMES AFTER TRACHEOBRONCHOPLASTY
PATIENTS WITH SEVERE SYMPTOMATIC EXCESSIVE CENTRAL AIRWAY COLLAPSE AND GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE HAVE SIMILAR SHORT- AND LONG-TERM OUTCOMES AFTER TRACHEOBRONCHOPLASTY Open
View article: Improvement in constipation and diarrhea is associated with improved abdominal pain in patients with functional bowel disorders
Improvement in constipation and diarrhea is associated with improved abdominal pain in patients with functional bowel disorders Open
Background Abdominal pain is a bothersome and lifestyle limiting symptom in patients with functional bowel disorders. It is associated with decreased quality of life in affected individuals, as well as significant annual healthcare expendi…
View article: Editorial: topiramate for cyclic vomiting syndrome—for refractory patients only?
Editorial: topiramate for cyclic vomiting syndrome—for refractory patients only? Open
LINKED CONTENT This article is linked to Mooers et al papers. To view these articles, visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.16457 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.16516
View article: Women’s health factors and altered bowel habits: results of a National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey
Women’s health factors and altered bowel habits: results of a National Health And Nutrition Examination Survey Open
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View article: Open-label placebo vs double-blind placebo for irritable bowel syndrome: a randomized clinical trial
Open-label placebo vs double-blind placebo for irritable bowel syndrome: a randomized clinical trial Open
It is commonly believed that blinding to treatment assignment is necessary for placebos to have an effect. However, placebos administered without concealment (ie, open-label placebos [OLPs]) have recently been shown to be effective in some…
View article: Treatment of Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome: Is Bathing a Panacea or Is It in Hot Water?
Treatment of Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome: Is Bathing a Panacea or Is It in Hot Water? Open
View article: Hot Pockets: The Adverse Admixture of Obesity and Diverticulitis
Hot Pockets: The Adverse Admixture of Obesity and Diverticulitis Open
View article: Symptom Severity, Mood, and Healthcare Use Are Associated With Satisfaction in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Symptom Severity, Mood, and Healthcare Use Are Associated With Satisfaction in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome Open
View article: Randomized Clinical Trial: Crofelemer Treatment in Women With Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Randomized Clinical Trial: Crofelemer Treatment in Women With Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Syndrome Open
INTRODUCTION: Crofelemer, the active compound purified from latex of Croton lechleri , has been shown to improve HIV and traveler's diarrhea and improve pain in women with irritable bowel syndrome–diarrhea (IBS-D). This trial evaluated the…
View article: Use of Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Patient Satisfaction Based on the IBS in America Survey
Use of Treatments for Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Patient Satisfaction Based on the IBS in America Survey Open
View article: Taking a Load Off Diagnosing Constipation: Utility of the Plain Film
Taking a Load Off Diagnosing Constipation: Utility of the Plain Film Open
View article: Obesity is associated with significantly increased risk for diarrhoea after controlling for demographic, dietary and medical factors: a cross‐sectional analysis of the 2009‐2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Obesity is associated with significantly increased risk for diarrhoea after controlling for demographic, dietary and medical factors: a cross‐sectional analysis of the 2009‐2010 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey Open
Summary Background Obesity is associated with increased risk for various gastrointestinal and liver diseases. However, the relationship between obesity and abnormal bowel habits is poorly understood. Aim To investigate the relationship bet…
View article: Similarities in Clinical and Psychosocial Characteristics of Functional Diarrhea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhea
Similarities in Clinical and Psychosocial Characteristics of Functional Diarrhea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhea Open
View article: Effects of Irritable Bowel Syndrome on Daily Activities Vary Among Subtypes Based on Results From the IBS in America Survey
Effects of Irritable Bowel Syndrome on Daily Activities Vary Among Subtypes Based on Results From the IBS in America Survey Open
View article: Tu1191 – Baseline Impedance on High-Resolution Esophageal Impedance-Manometry Correlates with Impedance Parameters of Reflux in Lung Transplantation
Tu1191 – Baseline Impedance on High-Resolution Esophageal Impedance-Manometry Correlates with Impedance Parameters of Reflux in Lung Transplantation Open
View article: Chronic Diarrhea and Constipation Are More Common in Depressed Individuals
Chronic Diarrhea and Constipation Are More Common in Depressed Individuals Open
View article: Serum zonulin is elevated in IBS and correlates with stool frequency in IBS‐D
Serum zonulin is elevated in IBS and correlates with stool frequency in IBS‐D Open
Background Studies have shown increased intestinal permeability in irritable bowel syndrome. Validating serum biomarkers for altered intestinal permeability in irritable bowel syndrome will facilitate research and pathophysiology‐based the…
View article: Pelvic Floor Symptom Related Distress in Chronic Constipation Correlates With a Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation and Constipation Severity but Not Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia
Pelvic Floor Symptom Related Distress in Chronic Constipation Correlates With a Diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Constipation and Constipation Severity but Not Pelvic Floor Dyssynergia Open
Compared with FC patients, those with IBS-C have significantly higher distress from pelvic floor specific symptoms including POP and LUTS. Higher abdominal pain among IBS-C patients did not entirely explain these findings. A diagnosis of I…
View article: Significant Morbidity and Mortality Associated with Fecal Impaction in Patients Who Present to the Emergency Department
Significant Morbidity and Mortality Associated with Fecal Impaction in Patients Who Present to the Emergency Department Open