Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
NHS Tayside RefGuide
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Initial Management
Initial assessment, investigation and management of irritable bowel syndrome takes place in primary care as per the agreed pathway. Note is intended for 16-40 year olds and suggested for cautions in older age groups.
Guidance on drug treatments/therapeutic management for IBS.
Who to Refer
- As per pathway
- Patients with red flags or abnormal investigations - consider need for GI or colorectal service referral.
- Patients with confirmed clinical diagnosis of IBS (without red-flags and with normal investigations, including coeliac screen) can be referred to Dietetic-Led IBS Service.
- NHST management of IBS.