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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