SynthesisThe Cochrane database of systematic reviews2000
Interventions for treating constipation in pregnancy.
Synthesis in The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 2000. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.
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7 citing papers in PubMed, 3 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.
- Pharmacological treatment for antipsychotic-related constipation.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2017Pooled it
- Interventions for treating constipation in pregnancy.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2015Pooled it
- Interventions for treating postpartum constipation.The Cochrane database of systematic reviews · 2014Pooled it
- The effect ofFood science & nutrition · 2024Article
- Comparison of two questionnaires to diagnose obstructive defecation syndrome during pregnancy and post-natally.International urogynecology journal · 2022Article
- Treating constipation during pregnancy.Canadian family physician Medecin de famille canadien · 2012Review
- Consumer health information needs to be rigorous, complete, and relevant.BMJ (Clinical research ed.) · 2000Article
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Abstract
backgroundCirculating progesterone may be the cause of slower gastrointestinal movement in mid and late pregnancy.
objectivesThe objective of this review was to assess the effects of different methods for treating constipation in pregnancy. SEARCH STRATEGY: We searched the Cochrane Pregnancy and Childbirth Group trials register, the Cochrane Controlled Trials Register and Medline (1987 to 1997). SELECTION CRITERIA: Randomised trials of any treatment for constipation in pregnancy. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS: Trial quality assessments and data extraction were done independently by two reviewers. MAIN
resultsOne trial of 40 women was included. Fibre supplements increased the frequency of defaecation (odds ratio 0.18, 95% confidence interval 0.05 to 0.67), and lead to softer stools. REVIEWER'S
conclusionsDietary supplements of fibre in the form of bran or wheat fibre are likely to help women experiencing constipation in pregnancy.
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