Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Follow the links below to find information on inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). For information on colitis, crohn's disease and irritable bowel syndrome, follow the links to the specific topic pages below.

Reviewed June 2009

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Colitis
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Crohn's Disease
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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Title:   Humanized antibody to the alpha4beta7 integrin for induction of remission in ulcerative colitis
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the colon. MLN-02 is a synthetic antibody that blocks the adhesion and migration of white blood cells into the gut, reducing intestinal inflammation. One study met criteria for review. This six-we...
Date:   Jan 2009
Title:   Erythema nodosum
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Erythema nodosum is a skin condition characterised by the formation of red and painful lumps, most commonly on the shins or lower legs. Other areas that may be affected include the ankles, calves, thighs, buttocks and arms. Known causes of erythema nodosum include inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), tuberculosis, leukaemia, certain drugs and throat infections. Treatment may include bed rest, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDS), corticosteroids and support stockings or bandages.
Date:   Dec 2008
Title:   Open versus laparoscopic (assisted) ileo pouch anal anastomosis for ulcerative colitis and familial adenomatous polyposis
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Resection of the entire colon and creation of an ileal pouch by means of an ileo pouch anal anastomosis (IPAA) is a last resort for many patients with ulcerative colitis and familial adenomatous polyposis. In recent years this operation has increasingly...
Date:   Nov 2008
Title:   Type I interferons for induction of remission in ulcerative colitis
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Interferons (IFNs) are mediators of the immune system and have been used to successfully treat a number of chronic inflammatory disorders. The purpose of this systematic review was to examine the effectiveness of type I IFNs for the treatment of active ...
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Tacrolimus (FK506) for induction of remission in refractory ulcerative colitis
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   One study that tested the effectiveness of tacrolimus as therapy for treatment resistant ulcerative colitis was reviewed. Ulcerative colitis is a relapsing inflammatory disease restricted to the colon. Symptoms include bloody diarrhea, passage of pus an...
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Unfractionated or low-molecular weight heparin for induction of remission in ulcerative colitis
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Ulcerative colitis has a limited number of treatment options. Unfractionated heparin and low molecular weight heparins have not shown any benefit for treating patients with active ulcerative colitis. Neither of these therapies should be used to treat pa...
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Crohn's and colitis - dietary considerations
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Making certain dietary adjustments, after consultation with your doctor, can help manage some of the symptoms of IBD. There is no evidence to suggest that diet plays a part in the development of IBD.
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Crohn's and colitis
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Crohn's disease causes inflammation of the full thickness of the intestine involving any part of the digestive tract from the mouth to the anus. Ulcerative colitis is inflammation of the inner lining of the large bowel (colon and rectum).
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Crohn's and colitis - complications
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis are collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Sometimes, a person with IBD experiences complications, or symptoms in other areas of the body. Complications may include dehydration, anaemia, weight loss or impeded growth in children.
Date:   Aug 2007
Title:   Strategies for detecting colon cancer and/or dysplasia in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Patients with long-standing ulcerative colitis and colonic Crohn's disease have an increased risk of colorectal cancer compared with the general population. This review shows that there is no conclusive evidence that surveillance colonoscopy prolongs s...
Date:   Jan 2006
Title:   Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), is a chronic problem with recurrent attacks of inflammation of the intestine.
Date:   Jul 2001
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