Citation
(2010), "A systematic review and meta-analysis: probiotics in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome", Clinical Governance: An International Journal, Vol. 15 No. 2. https://doi.org/10.1108/cgij.2010.24815bae.002
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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A systematic review and meta-analysis: probiotics in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
A systematic review and meta-analysis: probiotics in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
Article Type: Reviews of effectiveness From: Clinical Governance: An International Journal, Volume 15, Issue 2
N. Hoveyda, C. Heneghan, K.R. Mahtani, R. Perera, N. Roberts, P. Glasziou,BMC Gastroenterology,2009,Vol. 9 No. 15
The authors concluded that probiotics may alleviate some symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome after several weeks of treatment. Longer-term studies were needed, focused on the type and optimal dose of probiotics and on subgroups of patients who may benefit. The review was well conducted and the conclusions appear reliable.