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Mistakes in the management of irritable bowel syndrome-diarrhoeal subtype and mimics: a narrative review.
Current medical research and opinion

Mistakes in the management of irritable bowel syndrome-diarrhoeal subtype and mimics: a narrative review.

People labelled with IBS-D may actually have treatable organic conditions that require different tests and treatments; avoiding diagnostic mistakes can speed appropriate care and reduce unnecessary symptom-focused...

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Inflammatory burden index (CRP×NLR) is associated with moderate-to-severe endoscopic activity in hospitalized patients with ulcerative colitis: a single-center retrospective study.
Crohn's & colitis 360

Inflammatory burden index (CRP×NLR) is associated with moderate-to-severe endoscopic activity in hospitalized patients with ulcerative colitis: a single-center retrospective study.

The study tests whether a simple blood-derived index (CRP×NLR) can help identify moderate-to-severe endoscopic inflammation when timely endoscopy is limited in hospitalized UC patients.

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Evaluation of pharmacokinetic metrics and pharmacodynamic biomarkers associated with endoscopic healing in pediatric Crohn's disease patients treated with anti-tumor necrosis factor biologics.
Crohn's & colitis 360

Evaluation of pharmacokinetic metrics and pharmacodynamic biomarkers associated with endoscopic healing in pediatric Crohn's disease patients treated with anti-tumor necrosis factor biologics.

Identifies candidate drug‑level and immune biomarker cut‑points linked with endoscopic healing in pediatric Crohn's disease, which could help guide dosing or treatment changes if validated.

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Rapid fecal lipidome profiling in inflammatory bowel disease: A novel approach for exploratory disease molecular characterization and therapeutic monitoring.
Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis

Rapid fecal lipidome profiling in inflammatory bowel disease: A novel approach for exploratory disease molecular characterization and therapeutic monitoring.

Non-invasive fecal lipid markers could help differentiate UC from CD and improve diagnostic molecular profiling in IBD if validated, which may be useful for patients and clinicians seeking less-invasive diagnostic tools.

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Prevalence and Predictors of Gastrointestinal Infections Among Patients With Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis and Those in Remission: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Cureus

Prevalence and Predictors of Gastrointestinal Infections Among Patients With Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis and Those in Remission: A Cross-Sectional Study.

GI infections—especially CMV—were common in this study and much more frequent in acute severe UC than in remission, suggesting testing for infections can change diagnosis and management during severe flares.

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Characterization of remission levels in patients with ulcerative colitis treated with 5-aminosalicylates: results of the cross-sectional CARUC-ASA study by the Belgian IBD Research and Development Group.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis

Characterization of remission levels in patients with ulcerative colitis treated with 5-aminosalicylates: results of the cross-sectional CARUC-ASA study by the Belgian IBD Research and Development Group.

The study evaluates how well first-line 5-ASA therapy achieves modern treatment targets (endoscopic, histologic, and biomarker remission) in real-world UC patients who are clinically in remission. Patients and clinicians...

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Testing-Yield Mismatch in Inpatient Micronutrient Assessment in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Real-World Implementation-Gap Analysis
Nutrients

Testing-Yield Mismatch in Inpatient Micronutrient Assessment in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Real-World Implementation-Gap Analysis

Micronutrient deficiencies are common in IBD and can worsen anemia, healing, and neurologic function. This study shows inpatient testing focuses on B12 while missing other commonly deficient nutrients (B1, B6, zinc),...

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Comparative risk of postoperative complications in ulcerative colitis patients following preoperative advanced therapies: a network meta-analysis with meta-regression.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis

Comparative risk of postoperative complications in ulcerative colitis patients following preoperative advanced therapies: a network meta-analysis with meta-regression.

This study addresses whether being on biologic or small‑molecule IBD drugs before colorectal surgery affects short‑term postoperative complications — a practical concern for patients and clinicians planning surgery.

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Association of the DTI-ALPS Index with Sleep Disturbances and Intestinal Inflammation in Crohn's Disease: A Diffusion Tensor MRI Study.
Academic radiology

Association of the DTI-ALPS Index with Sleep Disturbances and Intestinal Inflammation in Crohn's Disease: A Diffusion Tensor MRI Study.

If confirmed, a brain perivascular/glymphatic change linked to intestinal inflammation could help explain why sleep problems are common in Crohn's disease and point to new research targets for symptom mechanisms and...

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Beyond Clinical Toxicity: Repositioning the Truelove and Witts Criteria in the Treat-to-Target Era of Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis
Gastroenterology Insights

Beyond Clinical Toxicity: Repositioning the Truelove and Witts Criteria in the Treat-to-Target Era of Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis

The T&W criteria are still used to define severe UC on admission, but relying on them alone may delay recognition of steroid non‑response and escalation decisions. Integrating biomarkers, endoscopy, and imaging can help...

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Inflammatory and Immune Cytoprofiles of Active Ulcerative Colitis from Crohn’s Disease—Insights from Multivariable Modeling
International Journal of Molecular Sciences

Inflammatory and Immune Cytoprofiles of Active Ulcerative Colitis from Crohn’s Disease—Insights from Multivariable Modeling

Distinct circulating immune signatures could help differentiate active UC from CD and suggest disease-specific pathways that might guide future biomarkers or therapies.

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Circulating microRNAs as biomarkers of disease activity and treatment response in Crohn’s disease patients receiving infliximab or vedolizumab: a longitudinal cohort study
Frontiers in Medicine

Circulating microRNAs as biomarkers of disease activity and treatment response in Crohn’s disease patients receiving infliximab or vedolizumab: a longitudinal cohort study

If validated, blood microRNAs could become noninvasive biomarkers to help track inflammation and predict biochemical response to infliximab or vedolizumab in Crohn’s disease, complementing CRP and fecal calprotectin.

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Profiling Systemic IgG-Targeted Gut Microbiota Reveals Disease Activity–Associated Bacterial Signatures in Ulcerative Colitis
MDPI AG

Profiling Systemic IgG-Targeted Gut Microbiota Reveals Disease Activity–Associated Bacterial Signatures in Ulcerative Colitis

This study suggests that specific gut bacteria targeted by systemic IgG are associated with UC activity and inflammation, which could eventually help identify microbial signals linked to flares or systemic inflammation.

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Epigenetic modulation of stromal cell states underpins pathological tissue niches in Crohn's disease
nature.com

Epigenetic modulation of stromal cell states underpins pathological tissue niches in Crohn's disease

The paper maps distinct stromal cell states tied to inflamed versus fibrotic tissue niches in Crohn’s disease and shows that these states have different chromatin configurations and drug-modifiable properties — pointing...

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Terminal Ileitis on Imaging Is Rarely Crohn's Disease: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study.
JGH open : an open access journal of gastroenterology and hepatology

Terminal Ileitis on Imaging Is Rarely Crohn's Disease: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study.

Many patients and clinicians assume terminal ileitis on imaging means Crohn's disease. This study suggests that, after further testing, most CT-detected terminal ileitis is due to non-Crohn's causes, so thorough...

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LIMK1 PKM andas Integratively Identified Transcriptomic Signatures in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Omics : a journal of integrative biology

LIMK1 PKM andas Integratively Identified Transcriptomic Signatures in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Identifies candidate gene signatures tied to MAM-related transcriptional states in IBD that could become biomarkers or guide mechanistic research into immune–metabolic pathways relevant to disease.

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Azoreductase-Responsive NIR Fluorescent Self-Assembled Probe for Hypoxia Imaging of Tumors, Hindlimb Ischemia, and Ulcerative Colitis
Analytical Chemistry

Azoreductase-Responsive NIR Fluorescent Self-Assembled Probe for Hypoxia Imaging of Tumors, Hindlimb Ischemia, and Ulcerative Colitis

The probe targets azoreductase-driven hypoxia, a mechanism linked to ulcerative colitis and other hypoxia-associated diseases; a reliable real-time imaging method could help research and eventually guide treatments.

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A dysregulated stromal remodelling programme characterises prior anti-TNF failure in ulcerative colitis
openRxiv

A dysregulated stromal remodelling programme characterises prior anti-TNF failure in ulcerative colitis

The study suggests a specific stromal and MAPK/EGFR signalling programme linked to prior anti‑TNF failure in ulcerative colitis, which could help explain why some patients are less responsive to later therapies and point...

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Metabolic glycoengineered exosomes enable in situ PD-L1-Fc assembly for targeted immunotherapy in ulcerative colitis
Journal of Nanobiotechnology

Metabolic glycoengineered exosomes enable in situ PD-L1-Fc assembly for targeted immunotherapy in ulcerative colitis

This study presents a targeted immunotherapy approach designed to concentrate an immune‑modulating protein (PD‑L1‑Fc) in the inflamed colon, which could in future reduce systemic side effects of biologic immunomodulators...

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A Study of Vedolizumab Intravenous (IV) and Adalimumab or Vedolizumab and Ustekinumab in Adults With Crohn's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov

A Study of Vedolizumab Intravenous (IV) and Adalimumab or Vedolizumab and Ustekinumab in Adults With Crohn's Disease

Patients and clinicians are interested in whether combining two targeted biologic therapies can induce stronger endoscopic healing for people with difficult-to-treat Crohn's disease, and whether benefit can be maintained...

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Functional Outcomes in Ulcerative Colitis Patients With Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis Treated With High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov

Functional Outcomes in Ulcerative Colitis Patients With Ileal Pouch Anal Anastomosis Treated With High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Stimulation

People with an ileal pouch after UC/IBDU often struggle with fecal incontinence and reduced quality of life. This trial is testing a noninvasive device (Emsella chair) aimed at improving incontinence and patient-reported...

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A Study Evaluating the Effects of Filgotinib in Children and Teenagers With Ulcerative Colitis
ClinicalTrials.gov

A Study Evaluating the Effects of Filgotinib in Children and Teenagers With Ulcerative Colitis

A new pediatric Phase 3 trial of filgotinib could broaden approved treatment choices for children and teens with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis, especially for those who have not responded to or cannot tolerate...

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Intestinal Ultrasound for the Evaluation of Pouchitis and Other Outcomes After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis
ClinicalTrials.gov

Intestinal Ultrasound for the Evaluation of Pouchitis and Other Outcomes After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis

Pouchitis is a common complication after IPAA and noninvasive tools to detect inflammation could make monitoring easier and less burdensome than repeated pouchoscopy. This trial tested whether intestinal ultrasound can...

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Impact of Prior Biologic Mechanism of Action on Anti-TNF Effectiveness in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: An ENEIDA Registry Study.
Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

Impact of Prior Biologic Mechanism of Action on Anti-TNF Effectiveness in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: An ENEIDA Registry Study.

The study addresses a practical question for people with IBD: whether sequencing anti-TNF therapy after a biologic from a different class affects how well the anti-TNF works. Shorter durability — especially in ulcerative...

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Integrated Transcriptomic and Machine-Learning Analyses Identify Shared Na+ Overload-Related Gene Signatures in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Ankylosing Spondylitis
Genes

Integrated Transcriptomic and Machine-Learning Analyses Identify Shared Na+ Overload-Related Gene Signatures in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Ankylosing Spondylitis

The study links shared gene-expression patterns between IBD and ankylosing spondylitis and highlights STAT3 as a potential shared biomarker or therapeutic target, which could be relevant for understanding overlapping...

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Malnutrition Risk, Nutrition Insecurity, Barriers, and Facilitators to Dietary Management Among Adults with Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the US Rocky Mountain Region: A Cross-Sectional Mixed-Methods Study
Dietetics

Malnutrition Risk, Nutrition Insecurity, Barriers, and Facilitators to Dietary Management Among Adults with Inflammatory Bowel Disease in the US Rocky Mountain Region: A Cross-Sectional Mixed-Methods Study

Malnutrition risk and nutrition insecurity can affect symptom management and overall health for people with IBD. Understanding barriers and supports helps target practical services (dietitians, social resources, digital...

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Neutralising autoantibodies against IL-10 and HLA-DRB1*01:03 in paediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease.
Gut

Neutralising autoantibodies against IL-10 and HLA-DRB1*01:03 in paediatric patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Finding neutralising anti-IL-10 antibodies in a subset of children with IBD may help explain why some patients have more severe, treatment‑resistant disease and points to a potential biomarker for risk stratification.

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GM-CSF regulates conserved ILC-like transcriptional states and myeloid cell signaling during ulceration in Crohns disease
bioRxiv

GM-CSF regulates conserved ILC-like transcriptional states and myeloid cell signaling during ulceration in Crohns disease

The study highlights GM‑CSF as a spatial regulator of myeloid–lymphoid interactions in ulcerated ileal tissue, which may help researchers and clinicians understand mechanisms that drive inflammation and epithelial injury...

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Chinese Medical Journal review highlights the role of artificial intelligence in inflammatory ...
eurekalert.org

Chinese Medical Journal review highlights the role of artificial intelligence in inflammatory ...

AI could help make IBD assessments (endoscopy, histology, imaging, biomarkers) more objective and faster, which may improve monitoring, treatment selection, and early detection of complications for people with Crohn’s...

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Systemic reprogramming of monocytes in Crohn's disease promotes their intestinal inflammatory function.
JCI insight

Systemic reprogramming of monocytes in Crohn's disease promotes their intestinal inflammatory function.

Shows that in Crohn’s disease, inflammatory changes in circulating monocytes appear before they enter the gut, which could help explain persistent intestinal macrophage dysfunction and may guide future biomarker or...

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The causal role of plasma protein ratios in ulcerative colitis: insights from mendelian randomization and single-cell sequencing.
Open medicine (Warsaw, Poland)

The causal role of plasma protein ratios in ulcerative colitis: insights from mendelian randomization and single-cell sequencing.

Researchers used genetics plus single-cell sequencing and ELISA to prioritize plasma protein ratios that may causally relate to ulcerative colitis. If validated in larger studies, such biomarkers could help with...

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Risk Factors for Pouchitis After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis in Ulcerative Colitis Patients
Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology

Risk Factors for Pouchitis After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis in Ulcerative Colitis Patients

Identifies factors that may raise the chance of developing pouchitis after IPAA — useful for patients considering or recovering from proctocolectomy and for clinicians planning perioperative care or monitoring.

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The Efficacy of Lactobacillous Probiotic and Trace Elements in the Management of Ulcerative Colitis Patients the Patient Will be Recruited From Outpatient Clinic of IBD and Gastroenterology of the National Hepatology and Tropical Medicine Research Institute (NHTMRI), Cairo, Egypt.
ClinicalTrials.gov

The Efficacy of Lactobacillous Probiotic and Trace Elements in the Management of Ulcerative Colitis Patients the Patient Will be Recruited From Outpatient Clinic of IBD and Gastroenterology of the National Hepatology and Tropical Medicine Research Institute (NHTMRI), Cairo, Egypt.

The trial tests two low-cost adjuncts — a Lactobacillus probiotic and a multi–trace-element supplement — added to biologic-based standard care to see if they help maintain remission in ulcerative colitis. If effective,...

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