Twelve fecal metabolites are significantly altered among patients with irritable bowel syndrome compared with healthy control individuals.
Individuals with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) have distinct metabolomic differences from those without the condition.
A study presented at the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) 2025 conference found 12 metabolites that may affect IBS's pathophysiology.
Researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 3903 studies, with 6 meeting inclusion criteria, published between 2011 and 2022.
Autor's summary: IBS patients have distinct metabolomic signatures.