Faecal short-chain fatty acids - a diagnostic biomarker for irritable bowel syndrome?

Volume: 16, Issue: 1, Pages: 51 - 51
Published: Apr 27, 2016
Abstract
The diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) relies on symptom-based criteria. A valid and reliable biomarker that could confirm the diagnosis is desirable. This study evaluated the properties of faecal short-chain fatty acids (SCFA) as diagnostic biomarkers for IBS. Twenty-five subjects with IBS and 25 controls were included in this explanatory case–control study. Stool samples were analysed for SCFA (acetic acid, propionic acid, butyric...
Paper Details
Title
Faecal short-chain fatty acids - a diagnostic biomarker for irritable bowel syndrome?
Published Date
Apr 27, 2016
Volume
16
Issue
1
Pages
51 - 51
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