Auto-Brewery Syndrome: Diagnosis and Treatment of This Little-Known Condition.

IF 2 4区医学 Q1 NURSING

American Journal of Nursing Pub Date : 2025-08-01 Epub Date: 2025-07-24 DOI:10.1097/AJN.0000000000000116

Barbara Cordell

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Abstract

Abstract: Auto-brewery syndrome (ABS), also known as gut fermentation syndrome, is an underdiagnosed condition caused by an over-colonization of fermenting organisms in the gastrointestinal tract. These organisms-yeasts and, more recently recognized, bacteria-ferment carbohydrates into alcohol. The result is intoxication when not drinking, which may be accompanied by safety issues and even legal ramifications. If a patient with ABS is not treated, there may be adverse physical, social, psychological, and quality-of-life consequences. This article describes ABS presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up and the nursing implications for the care of patients wherever they are encountered. Through evidence-based nursing practice, people affected by ABS can begin to heal their gastrointestinal system. Nurses can educate patients and help them manage medications, diet, and lifestyle choices.

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自动酿酒综合征：这种鲜为人知的病症的诊断和治疗。

摘要：自动酿酒综合征（Auto-brewery syndrome， ABS）又称肠道发酵综合征，是由发酵菌在胃肠道内过度定植引起的一种未被诊断的疾病。这些生物——酵母和最近发现的细菌——将碳水化合物发酵成酒精。其结果是不喝酒时醉酒，这可能伴随着安全问题，甚至法律后果。如果ABS患者得不到治疗，可能会产生不良的生理、社会、心理和生活质量后果。本文介绍了ABS的表现、诊断、治疗和随访，以及在任何地方遇到的患者的护理意义。通过循证护理实践，受ABS影响的人可以开始治愈他们的胃肠道系统。护士可以教育病人，帮助他们管理药物、饮食和生活方式的选择。

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American Journal of Nursing 医学-护理

CiteScore

1.10

自引率

3.70%

发文量

604

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

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