Current and Future Targets for Mucosal Healing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Atreya R, Neurath M (2017)


Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2017

Journal

Book Volume: 33

Pages Range: 82-88

Journal Issue: 1

DOI: 10.1159/000458006

Abstract

The induction and subsequent maintenance of mucosal healing has emerged as one of the central therapeutic goals in the management of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis). Current and novel treatment options are assessed regarding their therapeutic efficacy on the basis of their ability to induce mucosal healing. However, there is still substantial debate about the precise definition of mucosal healing. Here, we will give an overview regarding the definitions of mucosal healing as well as its probable effects on long-term disease behavior and finally focus on current and potential therapeutic targets to achieve this therapeutic goal in IBD patients.

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APA:

Atreya, R., & Neurath, M. (2017). Current and Future Targets for Mucosal Healing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Visceral Medicine, 33(1), 82-88. https://doi.org/10.1159/000458006

MLA:

Atreya, Raja, and Markus Neurath. "Current and Future Targets for Mucosal Healing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease." Visceral Medicine 33.1 (2017): 82-88.

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