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The available evidence on IgG-based elimination diets in adults with IBS was mapped and synthesized in this systematic scoping review, with a focus on gastrointestinal (GI) and extraintestinal symptoms, as well as quality of life (QoL). A systematic search was conducted in 4 databases (PubMed, SCOPUS, Web of Science, and Cochrane Controlled Register of Trials) until the end of January 2025. Three independent reviewers screened titles, abstracts, and full texts. The following data were extracted: study design, participants, IBS subtype, intervention and comparators, outcomes, and results. A qualitative synthesis was performed to summarize study characteristics and reported outcomes. Intervention studies investigating the effects of IgG-based elimination diets in adults diagnosed with IBS (Rome Criteria) in any setting were included. Thirteen studies involving 935 patients with IBS met eligibility criteria. 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