Abstract:IntroductionAlthough constipation is a common non-motor symptom in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), it is poorly valued. Moreover, there is a bidirectional effect between constipation and neuropsychiatric and sleep disturbances. Thus, these symptoms are better treated simultaneously. Therefore, this study aimed to develop and validate a model for predicting the risk of constipation in ALS patients, to help clinicians identify and treat constipation early.MethodsData of 118 ALS admissions from… Show more
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