Lactose Intolerance, Lactose Intolerant, Lactose Malabsorption
Conditions
Brief summary
Lactose intolerance (LI) is considered the clinical syndrome caused by lactose malabsorption (LM). It is possible to identify four causes of lactase deficiency defining four different types of LM: primary (genetic), secondary (acquired), congenital (alactasia), and developmental (in premature infants, so reversible). The aim of this protocol is to investigate through an anonymous online survey the knowledge of the Italian population on clinical, pathophysiological, diagnostic and therapeutic issues of lactose intolerance. Data collected will be divulgated through a publication for both people with IL and nutritionists, enriched with tables and flow charts, to improve the knowledge on lactose intolerance and to support people suffering from this condition. The results of this survey will guide subjects suspected of suffering from lactose intolerance towards a correct diagnosis and a better management.
Interventions
OTHERCompletion of online survey
The online survey aims to reach a representative sample of the Italian population to identify their knowledge regarding LI
Sponsors
European Institute of Oncology
Study design
Observational model
COHORT
Time perspective
PROSPECTIVE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Subjects must be adults (≥18 years of age) * Willingness to complete the online survey
Exclusion criteria
* Subjects \<18 years of age * Subjects not available to answer the online survey
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation of knowledge of the Italian population on lactose intolerance | 3 months | The aim of this protocol is to investigate through an anonymous online survey the knowledge of the Italian population on clinical, pathophysiological, diagnostic and therapeutic issues of lactose intolerance |
Countries
Italy
Contacts
Primary ContactPatrizia Gnagnarella
Outcome results
None listed