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Chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction

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The definition of chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (CIIP) is somewhat vague because it was based on clinical observations that preceded modern advances in the measurement of gut motility and neuromuscular integrity. Appropriate management of patients with CIIP requires an initial consideration, supported by pertinent diagnostic tests, of the tissue affected (muscle, nerves, both), extent and magnitude of gut propulsive failure, and extraintestinal disease.

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  1. Digestive System Research Unit, Hospital General Vall d’Hebron, Autonomous University, 119-129, 08035, Barcelona, Spain

    Juan R. Malagelada MD

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Malagelada, J.R. Chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction. Curr Treat Options Gastro 3, 335–340 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11938-000-0047-2

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