American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons updates chronic constipation management guidelines with 13 recommendations.

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons has issued updated guidelines for chronic constipation management in the journal Diseases of the Colon & Rectum. Based on 134 studies, the guidelines include 13 recommendations, with six strong suggestions like thorough evaluations, dietary changes, osmotic laxatives, and biofeedback therapy. They advise against certain surgical procedures due to high complication rates and stress a collaborative approach among specialists for better patient outcomes.

September 10, 2024
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