Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal
Opioid-induced Constipation (OIC)
OIC is a common, yet frequently under-recognised, poorly managed complication of opioid therapy.1
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MEDICAL EDUCATION
Here you will find educational resources focused on the diagnosis and treatment of OIC.
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DISEASE PAGES
Here you will find expert medical resources delving into the pathology and epidemiology of OIC.
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MEDICAL RESOURCES
Here you will find a collection of published data, clinical expertise and guidance for the various treatment options available for OIC.
Chronic Anal Fissure (CAF)
An anal fissure is a tear or open sore (ulcer) that develops in the lining of the large intestine, near the anus. It is a common and painful condition which affects around 1 in 10 people.2
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MEDICAL EDUCATION
Access guidelines for the diagnosis and management of chronic anal fissure.
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DISEASE PAGES
An introduction to chronic anal fissure, including information on signs and symptoms.
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MEDICAL RESOURCES
Explore management options for chronic anal fissure.
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References
1. Farmer A, Drewes A, Chiarioni G, et al. Pathophysiology and management of opioid-induced constipation: European expert consensus statement. United European Gastroenterology Journal. 2019;7(1):7–20.
2. NHS Anal fissure. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/anal-fissure/ Last accessed: July 2022.
KKI/INT/KKI/0597 November 2023