Constipation and a Low-Fiber Diet Are Not Associated With Diverticulosis
Constipation and a Low-Fiber Diet Are Not Associated With Diverticulosis
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DOI:
10.1016/j.cgh.2013.06.033
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发表时间:
2013-12-01
影响因子:
12.6
通讯作者:
Baron, John A.
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作者:
Peery, Anne F.;Sandler, Robert S.;Baron, John A.
BACKGROUND & AIMS: Asymptomatic diverticulosis is commonly attributed to constipation caused by a low-fiber diet, although evidence for this mechanism is limited. We examined the associations between constipation and low dietary fiber intake with risk of asymptomatic diverticulosis.METHODS: We performed a cross-sectional study that analyzed data from 539 individuals with diverticulosis and 1569 without (controls). Participants underwent colonoscopy and assessment of diet, physical activity, and bowel habits. Our analysis was limited to participants with no knowledge of their diverticular disease to reduce the risk of biased responses.RESULTS: Constipation was not associated with an increased risk of diverticulosis. Participants with less frequent bowel movements (