Prediction of low bone mineral density in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases
Abstract Background Low bone mineral density (BMD) remains a frequent problem in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). There is no general agreement regarding osteoporosis screening in IBD patients. Methods Cases of low BMD and disease characteristics were retrieved from 3172 patients of the Swiss IBD cohort study. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted for […]
Double Balloon Enteroscopy in Refractory Crohn’s Disease: Jejunal Findings and Clinical Impact After 10 Years of Follow-Up
Abstract BACKGROUND: Crohn’s disease (CD) is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect all segments of the gastrointestinal tract. With various phenotypes and progressive course, it can be complicated with fistulas, abscesses or stenosis. Treatment targets includes clinical remission and mucosal healing in order to avoid complicated outcomes. Double balloon enteroscopy (DBE) allows complete evaluation […]
Health-Related Quality of Life in Brazilian Adolescents and Young Adults (AYA) With Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Abstract BACKGROUND: IBD comprises Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), both are characterized by unpredictable exacerbations and remissions. The incidence is highest in adolescence and early adulthood and alike other chronic disease have a considerable impact upon patients’ HRQoL. Few studies assessing HRQoL have been performed in AYA populations. Our objectives were to assess […]