Focus Areas

Dr. Saito's patient-oriented research centers on studies in these areas:

• Epidemiology of functional GI disorders.
• Genetic and environmental contributors to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
• Familial contributors to the development of functional gastrointestinal disorders.
• Genetics of IBS and functional diarrhea.
• Evaluation of clinical tests and treatment interventions of functional gastrointestinal disorders.
• Patient education, diet and nutritional factors, and treatment efficacy in patients with IBS.