Optimizing Diagnosis for Patients with Chronic Idiopathic Constipation

Activity Overview

Chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC), also known as functional constipation, has a significant impact on patients and the health care system. However, it may not be diagnosed in a timely manner due to patient embarrassment and low clinician awareness of appropriate diagnostic tools. In this program, an expert faculty provides clinicians with information to improve their skills and knowledge of appropriate diagnostic tools for CIC.

Target Audience

This educational activity is directed toward gastroenterologists, pediatric gastroenterologists, primary care physicians, pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and other health care professionals involved in diagnosing and caring for patients with CIC.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of this activity, you should be better prepared to:

• Review diagnostic criteria to identify patients with CIC
• Incorporate appropriate tests into diagnostic algorithms to identify patients with CIC