New in studying of irritable bowel syndrome (On the data of reports of the 16-th United European Gastroenterology Week; Vienna, 2008)

Abstract

The aim of review. To reflect in brief the contents of reports presented at the 16th United European Gastroenterology Week devoted to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) problem.

 Original positions. The submitted reports prove that etiology and pathogenesis of IBS continue to remain insufficiently clear. The IBS is not, apparently, only «functional» disease, and develops with certain microbiologic, immunologic, and sometimes — with morphological changes of intestinal mucosa. Meta-analysis confirmed efficacy of spasmolytics, antidepressants and psychotherapeutic methods at treatment of IBS.

Conclusion. Pathophysiological and clinical aspects of IBS require continuation of scientific investigations.