The Korean Journal of Medicine

The Korean Association of Internal Medicine (대한내과학회)
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Pathophysiology and Diagnosis of Constipation

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  • Jung, Kee-Wook (Asan Digestive Disease Research Institute, Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine) ;
  • Myung, Seung-Jae (Asan Digestive Disease Research Institute, Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine)
  • 정기욱 (울산대학교 의과대학 서울아산병원 소화기내과, 소화기병연구소) ;
  • 명승재 (울산대학교 의과대학 서울아산병원 소화기내과, 소화기병연구소)
  • Published : 2011.05.01
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Abstract

Constipation is a common symptom affecting approximately a quarter of population in Korea. To diagnose its etiology and toexclude the other organic or structural causes, many tests including digital rectal exam, laboratory tests, image studies, andphysiologic studies are needed. Moreover, through these tests, the exact pathophysiology of constipation can be defined and used inthe treatment of patients. Therefore, collaborative studies are necessary to determine the pathophysiology of this disorder.

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