Research Article

The frequency of irritable bowel syndrome in predialysis patients with chronic kidney disease and its associated factors

Volume: 65 Number: 1 March 9, 2026
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The frequency of irritable bowel syndrome in predialysis patients with chronic kidney disease and its associated factors

Abstract

Aim: This study aimed to determine the frequency of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and associated factors, as well as the levels of depression and anxiety, in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) not receiving dialysis. It also aimed to explore potential measures to improve quality of life. Materials and Methods: Patients with stage III–V predialysis CKD were assessed for IBS based on the Rome IV criteria. Anxiety and depression levels were evaluated using the Hamilton Anxiety and Depression Rating Scales. Patients were divided into two groups based on the presence of IBS. Results: Among 154 patients, 33 (21.4%) had IBS and 121 (78.6%) did not. In the IBS group, 5 patients had no anxiety, 14 had mild, and 14 had major anxiety. In the non-IBS group, 44 had no anxiety, 52 had mild, and 25 had major anxiety. A significant difference in anxiety levels was observed between the two groups, but no significant difference was found in depression levels. Subgroup analysis also revealed a significant difference in anxiety. While no significant differences were found regarding the use of phosphate binders, calcium channel blockers, or beta-blockers, ACE inhibitor/ARB use was significantly higher in the IBS group. Conclusion: IBS was more frequent in predialysis CKD patients compared to the general population. Anxiety was more common in IBS patients, and ACEI/ARB use was associated with increased IBS frequency. IBS can begin before dialysis, so it should be considered when managing treatment in predialysis CKD patients.

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Primary Language

English

Subjects

Gastroenterology and Hepatology , Nefroloji , Psychiatry

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

March 9, 2026

Submission Date

November 22, 2024

Acceptance Date

October 17, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 65 Number: 1

Vancouver
1.Edip Erkuş, İbrahim Güney, Şeyma Kahyaoğlu, Mikail Dağ, Yasin Taşdelen, Fatih Ergül. The frequency of irritable bowel syndrome in predialysis patients with chronic kidney disease and its associated factors. EJM. 2026 Mar. 1;65(1):25-32. doi:10.19161/etd.1588649

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