Upper Gastrointestinal Disorders in Adult Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Overview

Journal Cureus

Specialty Biomedical Engineering

Date 2021 Jun 7

PMID 34094790

Citations 2

Authors

Jack S Curtis

Sara E Kennedy

Barrett Attarha

Linda Edwards

Rafik Jacob

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Abstract

The purpose of this literature review is to address the diagnosis and treatment of upper gastrointestinal (GI) disorders in patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Manifestations of upper GI dysmotility and disorders include dysphagia, pulmonary aspiration, malnutrition, gastroesophageal reflux, and gastritis, all of which can impact a person's quality of life and lead to chronic, life-threatening conditions. This article will explore the existing diagnostic methods and treatments for gastrointestinal disorders as they relate to patients with IDD.

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