Impact of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour on functional constipation in children and adolescents: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Lack of physical activity (PA) and sedentary behaviour (SB) have emerged as critical global health concerns in children and are believed to be associated with functional constipation (FC). The present study aims to explore this potential association.

Design

A comprehensive search of PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Embase, Cochrane Library and PsycInfo databases was conducted through 2023 using terms related to constipation and PA and SB in ages 0-18 years. Titles and abstracts were screened against eligibility criteria. Constipation was diagnosed using Rome (II-IV) criteria. Full-text reviews were reviewed, and data were extracted. Risk of Bias in Non-randomized Follow-up Studies of Exposure quality assessment tool was used to evaluate the risk of bias of studies.<

SUBMITTER: Adil S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11624699 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature