Argentine consensus on the clinical utility of breath tests and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth management in patients with disorders of gut-brain interaction

Introduction and aim: We present herein the results of a formal consensus meeting held in Argentina, whose aim was to analyze and discuss conceptual, technical, and clinical aspects related to the use of the breath test (BT) in the diagnosis and treatment of intestinal microbial overgrowth in patients with disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI). Material and methods: Twelve healthcare professionals with experience in conducting BTs and treating patients with DGBI participated in an in-person meeting to discuss and vote on previously selected items.