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Learning Objective: Upon completion of this exam, successful learners will recognize the …

We aimed to review the published literature regarding the epidemiology of constipation in
the general paediatric and adult population and to assess its geographic, gender and age …

Background: Chronic constipation is a common condition seen in family practice among the
elderly and women. There is no consensus regarding its exact definition, and it may be …

Background We aimed to review the literature regarding the epidemiology of constipation in
Europe and Oceania and the associated prevalence/risk factors. Methods Two reviewers …

OBJECTIVE: Because the risk factors for constipation in the general population are poorly
defined, we examined the association between age, body mass index, and selected lifestyle …

Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders among patients with
chronic kidney disease (CKD) partly because of their sedentary lifestyle, low fiber and fluid …

Background The prevalence of sleep problems in adulthood increases with age. While not
all sleep changes are pathological in later life, severe disturbances may lead to depression …

This literature review and the recommendations therein were prepared for the American
Gastroenterological Association Clinical Practice and Practice Economics Committee. The …

Results Fiber intake was similar in the two groups, while total daily fluid intake in Group 2
(mean 2.1 liters) was significantly greater than that of Group 1 (1.1 liters)(p< 0.001). In both …

Objective. It is not well known whether physical activity (PA) is useful in the management of
patients complaining of constipation. The aim of this study was to test the influence of regular …