What question did this study set out to answer?

To compare the diagnostic sensitivity of Rome III and IV criteria for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in Southeast Asia.

Rome III Versus Rome IV Criteria for Diagnosing Irritable Bowel Syndrome in a Southeast Asian Population: Insights From the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study Household Survey

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Survey finds diagnostic sensitivity for IBS differs by criteria in Southeast Asia, indicating implications for healthcare and treatment.

To compare the diagnostic sensitivity of Rome III and IV criteria for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in Southeast Asia.
Analyzed household survey data from the Rome Foundation Global Epidemiology Study in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Evaluated IBS prevalence based on Rome III and IV criteria.
Assessed demographic characteristics, symptom severity, psychological distress, quality of life, healthcare utilization, and dietary habits.
5.2% of participants met IBS criteria; 65% were classified by Rome III only.
31% of Rome III IBS cases remained classified as IBS under Rome IV.
Rome IV participants exhibited higher symptom severity and poorer mental health-related quality of life.

Simadibrata et al. (2025) studied this question.

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