Celiac disease (CD) is a syndrome characterized by damage of the small intestinal mucosa caused by the gliadin fraction of wheat gluten and similar alcohol-soluble proteins (prolamines) of barley and rye in genetically susceptible subjects. Continue reading “ESPGHAN Revised Criteria for the Diagnosis of Celiac Disease (CD)”
The diagnosis of a Functional Bowel Disorder always presumes the absence of a structural or biochemical explanation for the symptoms. Continue reading “ROME II Diagnostic Criteria for Functional Bowel Disorders”
The diagnosis of a Functional Disorder of the Biliary Tract and Pancreas always presumes the absence of a structural or biochemical explanation for the symptoms.
E1. Gallbladder Dysfunction
Episodes of severe steady pain located in the epigastrium and right upper quadrant, and all of the following:
The diagnosis of a Functional Disorder of the Anus and Rectum always presumes the absence of a structural or biochemical explanation for the symptoms.
F1. Functional Fecal Incontinence
Recurrent uncontrolled passage of fecal material for at least one month, in an individual with a developmental age of at least 4 years, associated with:
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