inflammatory bowel disease
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healthIBD-U Diagnosis Remains Stable for 90% of Patients Long-Term
A new study finds nearly 90% of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease unclassified (IBD-U) retain their diagnosis, showing distinct treatment patterns and higher healthcare use.
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healthGene Variant HLA-DRB1*01:03 Linked to Severe Inflammatory Bowel Disease
A major UK study identifies a specific genetic marker strongly associated with aggressive Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, leading to earlier surgery and treatment failure.
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healthCanadian Gastrointestinal Society Criticizes BC's Slow Drug Approval Process
A leading Canadian health group is urging British Columbia to speed up approval for advanced inflammatory bowel disease treatments, citing outdated policies and potential harm to patients.
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healthPaediatric Bowel Disease Surges Nearly 300% in Four Decades
A landmark study reveals a dramatic increase in inflammatory bowel disease among children, prompting urgent calls for further research into early-life environmental factors.
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healthSmart Pills Poised to Revolutionize Digestive Health and Diagnostics
Innovative ingestible smart pills offer a less invasive future for gut diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and early disease detection.
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healthNew Gut Health Index Predicts Disease Progression
A novel ecological index, ENBI, can now measure gut health, distinguishing healthy microbiomes from dysbiosis and tracking disease progression in various conditions.