Journal article
Factors associated with development of gastrointestinal problems in patients with scleroderma: a systematic review
Abstract
BackgroundUp to 90 % of people with scleroderma have gastrointestinal (GI) problems such as constipation, bloating, diarrhea, and malabsorption. These problems significantly impair quality of life. Our objective was to determine the risk factors for gastrointestinal issues in people with scleroderma.MethodsWe conducted a systematic review of observational studies that report GI problems in patients with scleroderma along with the associated …
Authors
Hong BY; Giang R; Mbuagbaw L; Larche M; Thabane L
Journal
Systematic Reviews, Vol. 4, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
December 2015
DOI
10.1186/s13643-015-0176-2
ISSN
2046-4053