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Study of Targeted Therapies for the Treatment of Adult Participants With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov

Study of Targeted Therapies for the Treatment of Adult Participants With Moderate to Severe Crohn's Disease

This trial tests several targeted therapies (including risankizumab) alone and in combination for adults with moderate to severe Crohn's disease, aiming to measure endoscopic remission and safety. Positive findings could...

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The Diagnostic Value of Dual-energy CT Multi-parameters in Differentiating Colorectal Cancer from Inflammatory Thickening of the Colorectal Wall.
Current medical imaging

The Diagnostic Value of Dual-energy CT Multi-parameters in Differentiating Colorectal Cancer from Inflammatory Thickening of the Colorectal Wall.

Distinguishing colorectal cancer from IBD-related inflammatory thickening can be challenging but crucial for treatment decisions. If validated, DECT parameters could offer a noninvasive tool to improve diagnostic...

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Pathogen‐Specific Bloodstream Infections Associated With Tumour Necrosis Factor‐α Inhibitors, Vedolizumab and Ustekinumab in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Danish Nationwide Case‐Control Study 2010–2024
Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics

Pathogen‐Specific Bloodstream Infections Associated With Tumour Necrosis Factor‐α Inhibitors, Vedolizumab and Ustekinumab in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Danish Nationwide Case‐Control Study 2010–2024

This study compares bloodstream infection risk across commonly used biologics for IBD, which could affect decisions about choosing or monitoring biologic therapy. It also highlights that steroid co-use may increase...

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Patterns and factors associated with dose escalation during maintenance treatment for inflammatory bowel disease: a population-based cohort study.
Sage open chronic disease

Patterns and factors associated with dose escalation during maintenance treatment for inflammatory bowel disease: a population-based cohort study.

Dose increases are common during IBD maintenance and vary a lot by drug and patient profile. Knowing which treatments and patient factors are linked to escalation can help patients and clinicians plan monitoring and...

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Evaluation of Blood and Stool Biomarkers Across Three Fecal Calprotectin Platforms and Combination Testing for Predicting Endoscopic and Histologic Outcomes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Europe PMC

Evaluation of Blood and Stool Biomarkers Across Three Fecal Calprotectin Platforms and Combination Testing for Predicting Endoscopic and Histologic Outcomes in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Noninvasive fecal biomarkers are widely used to track IBD activity. Knowing whether different FC assays give comparable results and whether combining tests adds value affects how patients and clinicians interpret...

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Ulcerative colitis, but not Crohn’s disease, displays demographically and clinically driven mucosal immune heterogeneity: implications for patient stratification
Frontiers in Immunology

Ulcerative colitis, but not Crohn’s disease, displays demographically and clinically driven mucosal immune heterogeneity: implications for patient stratification

The study suggests ulcerative colitis shows greater mucosal immune variability across sex, age and severity than Crohn’s disease, which could affect how patients are grouped for research or future personalized...

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Bowel Urgency Is More Strongly Associated with Biochemical, Endoscopic, and Histological Disease Activity than Other Clinical Symptoms in Ulcerative Colitis.
Internal medicine (Tokyo, Japan)

Bowel Urgency Is More Strongly Associated with Biochemical, Endoscopic, and Histological Disease Activity than Other Clinical Symptoms in Ulcerative Colitis.

If you have UC, bowel urgency may indicate active inflammation more reliably than some other symptoms. Recognizing urgency could help prompt timely objective testing and treatment decisions.

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Comparative effectiveness of infliximab vs vedolizumab as first-line biologic therapy in moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis: A prospective, multicenter, real-world study
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

Comparative effectiveness of infliximab vs vedolizumab as first-line biologic therapy in moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis: A prospective, multicenter, real-world study

This study compares two commonly used biologics as first-line therapy for moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis and reports better short- and long-term effectiveness for vedolizumab with similar safety. The results could...

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Single-cell profiling reveals stromal niche and α5β1 regulation of neutrophil phenotypes in ulcerative colitis
bioRxiv

Single-cell profiling reveals stromal niche and α5β1 regulation of neutrophil phenotypes in ulcerative colitis

The study suggests stromal fibroblasts can drive pro-inflammatory neutrophil programs in ulcerative colitis and that targeting fibroblast-associated pathways may reduce neutrophil-driven inflammation—information that...

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Preexisting depression and early outcomes in inflammatory bowel disease: a propensity score-matched cohort study.
Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)

Preexisting depression and early outcomes in inflammatory bowel disease: a propensity score-matched cohort study.

Depression before an IBD diagnosis was linked to more early treatment escalation and acute-care use after diagnosis. Recognizing preexisting depression could help clinicians identify patients who may benefit from closer...

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Study to Assess Treatment Patterns and Outcomes With Upadacitinib in Adult Participants With Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Belgium
ClinicalTrials.gov

Study to Assess Treatment Patterns and Outcomes With Upadacitinib in Adult Participants With Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Belgium

Real-world registry data on upadacitinib can help patients and clinicians understand how the drug performs outside clinical trials, including patterns of use, effectiveness, and safety over time.

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Integrative Multi-Omics and Machine Learning Reveal Senescent Fibroblast-Associated ADAMTS2 as a Critical Indicator of Intestinal Inflammation in IBD.
FASEB journal : official publication of the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology

Integrative Multi-Omics and Machine Learning Reveal Senescent Fibroblast-Associated ADAMTS2 as a Critical Indicator of Intestinal Inflammation in IBD.

Identifies a fibroblast senescence signature and highlights ADAMTS2 as a candidate biomarker linked to inflammation and fibrosis in IBD, which could guide future diagnostic or therapeutic research relevant to Crohn’s...

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The role of blood lymphocyte levels in evaluating endoscopic remission of inflammatory bowel disease
European journal of medical research

The role of blood lymphocyte levels in evaluating endoscopic remission of inflammatory bowel disease

A simple blood lymphocyte percentage could be a convenient, non-invasive marker to help distinguish endoscopic remission from active disease in both Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis; chemokines CXCL10 and CCL25 may also...

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Interaction between intestinal microbiota, inflammatory cytokines, and the expression of miR-330-3p and miR-515-5p in patients with ulcerative colitis.
Journal of medical biochemistry

Interaction between intestinal microbiota, inflammatory cytokines, and the expression of miR-330-3p and miR-515-5p in patients with ulcerative colitis.

The paper links specific gut bacteria, inflammatory cytokines, and two microRNAs with UC activity, which could point toward new diagnostic biomarkers or targets for research into disease mechanisms.

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Multimodal Imaging-Based Anatomical Characterization of DSS-Induced Experimental Ulcerative Colitis in Rat Model.
Annals of anatomy = Anatomischer Anzeiger : official organ of the Anatomische Gesellschaft

Multimodal Imaging-Based Anatomical Characterization of DSS-Induced Experimental Ulcerative Colitis in Rat Model.

Non-invasive imaging biomarkers that track intestinal inflammation and structure could speed preclinical testing of IBD therapies and guide translational imaging research relevant to clinical monitoring of ulcerative...

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Janus Kinase Inhibitors for Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis: Comparing Upadacitinib to Tofacitinib and Rescue to Sequential Salvage therapy.
Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association

Janus Kinase Inhibitors for Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis: Comparing Upadacitinib to Tofacitinib and Rescue to Sequential Salvage therapy.

This study compares two JAK inhibitors (upadacitinib and tofacitinib) used as rescue therapy for acute severe ulcerative colitis and reports lower 1‑year colectomy rates with upadacitinib. That could influence choices...

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Rising burden of inflammatory Bowel disease in Northeastern Italy: a population-based analysis of prevalence and incidence trends from 2012 to 2024.
Digestive and liver disease : official journal of the Italian Society of Gastroenterology and the Italian Association for the Study of the Liver

Rising burden of inflammatory Bowel disease in Northeastern Italy: a population-based analysis of prevalence and incidence trends from 2012 to 2024.

The study documents substantial increases in Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis prevalence and changing incidence patterns in Northeastern Italy from 2012–2024, which may affect healthcare demand and resource...

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Anti-TNF-refractory inflammatory bowel disease associated with a novel XIAP frameshift variant successfully treated with ustekinumab.
Clinical journal of gastroenterology

Anti-TNF-refractory inflammatory bowel disease associated with a novel XIAP frameshift variant successfully treated with ustekinumab.

Identifying a genetic cause (XIAP frameshift variant) helped explain why anti‑TNF drugs failed and why blocking IL‑12/23 with ustekinumab led to improvement; that connection could influence treatment choices for similar...

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Multicenter Validation of a ResNet50-Based Deep Convolutional Network for Endoscopic Grading of Ulcerative Colitis Severity
Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Multicenter Validation of a ResNet50-Based Deep Convolutional Network for Endoscopic Grading of Ulcerative Colitis Severity

Automated, validated grading of UC on colonoscopy images could reduce variability between endoscopists and help standardize severity assessment that influences treatment planning.

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NEW PERSPECTIVES IN THE TREATMENT OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS IN ADULTS - IL-23 INHIBITORS: EFFICACY AND SAFETY
International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science

NEW PERSPECTIVES IN THE TREATMENT OF ULCERATIVE COLITIS IN ADULTS - IL-23 INHIBITORS: EFFICACY AND SAFETY

IL-23 inhibitors are a newer class of biologics for moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis that may offer another effective option for patients who have not responded to existing therapies, with improving evidence for...

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Colonoscopic and histopathological findings in obese patients with fibroscan-detected hepatic steatosis: a cross-sectional study
Egyptian Liver Journal

Colonoscopic and histopathological findings in obese patients with fibroscan-detected hepatic steatosis: a cross-sectional study

Obese patients with FibroScan-detected steatosis in this cohort had a high frequency of colitis and some cases of IBD, dysplasia, and cancer, which could affect screening and symptom evaluation decisions.

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Low awareness of and adherence to preventive guidelines for hepatitis B reactivation among Belgian specialist physicians: the CHOICe study
BMC Gastroenterology

Low awareness of and adherence to preventive guidelines for hepatitis B reactivation among Belgian specialist physicians: the CHOICe study

HBV reactivation is a preventable but serious complication of chemotherapy and immunosuppression; this study shows low awareness and screening in Belgian specialists, suggesting patients starting immunosuppression may be...

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High Prevalence of Fatigue is Linked to Depression in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Gastroenterology nursing : the official journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates

High Prevalence of Fatigue is Linked to Depression in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

Fatigue is extremely common in IBD and is closely linked to depression—recognizing and addressing mental-health issues may be important for patients who report significant fatigue.

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The levels of interleukin-6, serum calprotectin, and hypersensitive C-reactive protein in patients with Crohn's disease-related mucosal damage Nivoi interleukina-6, serumskog kalprotektina i visokosenzitivnog C-reaktivnog proteina kod pacijenata sa oštećenjem sluzokože povezanim sa Kronovom bolešću
Journal of medical biochemistry

The levels of interleukin-6, serum calprotectin, and hypersensitive C-reactive protein in patients with Crohn's disease-related mucosal damage Nivoi interleukina-6, serumskog kalprotektina i visokosenzitivnog C-reaktivnog proteina kod pacijenata sa oštećenjem sluzokože povezanim sa Kronovom bolešću

Based on the title and source metadata, this appears to be a clinical study related to Crohn's disease, Inflammatory bowel disease, and CRP. The original article is from Journal of medical biochemistry.

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Effectiveness and safety of tacrolimus versus infliximab as rescue therapy for intravenous corticosteroid-refractory acute severe ulcerative colitis: a multicenter cohort study.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis

Effectiveness and safety of tacrolimus versus infliximab as rescue therapy for intravenous corticosteroid-refractory acute severe ulcerative colitis: a multicenter cohort study.

This study directly compares two rescue medications used when intravenous steroids fail in acute severe ulcerative colitis, reporting similar short-term remission and safety but a slower early response with tacrolimus —...

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Upadacitinib treatment in pediatric Crohn's disease: 52-week outcomes of an international multicenter retrospective cohort study from the pediatric IBD Porto Group of ESPGHAN.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis

Upadacitinib treatment in pediatric Crohn's disease: 52-week outcomes of an international multicenter retrospective cohort study from the pediatric IBD Porto Group of ESPGHAN.

This study gives real-world 52‑week data on upadacitinib maintenance in children with refractory Crohn's disease, showing meaningful remission rates but also notable adverse events. That balance is important for families...

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Orofacial granulomatosis associated with Crohn's disease: clinical phenotype and response to biologics and Janus kinase inhibitor therapy in a large multi-center cohort.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis

Orofacial granulomatosis associated with Crohn's disease: clinical phenotype and response to biologics and Janus kinase inhibitor therapy in a large multi-center cohort.

Orofacial granulomatosis often co-occurs with Crohn's disease and appears linked to a distinct Crohn's phenotype and treatment needs. The findings suggest that advanced therapies can be effective for OFG-associated CD...

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Palisade Bio Receives FDA Clearance of IND for PALI-2108 in Crohn’s Disease, Expanding Phase 2 Development Across IBD
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Palisade Bio Receives FDA Clearance of IND for PALI-2108 in Crohn’s Disease, Expanding Phase 2 Development Across IBD

FDA clearance lets Palisade start a Phase 2 trial of PALI-2108 in moderate-to-severe Crohn’s disease, which could matter to patients and clinicians watching new oral treatments targeted to the lower intestine.

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Monitoring Crohn's disease beyond endoscopy: what does healing mean when biomarkers, imaging and histology disagree?
Digestive and liver disease : official journal of the Italian Society of Gastroenterology and the Italian Association for the Study of the Liver

Monitoring Crohn's disease beyond endoscopy: what does healing mean when biomarkers, imaging and histology disagree?

Based on the title and source metadata, this appears to be an opinion or commentary related to Crohn's disease, Inflammatory bowel disease, and Biomarkers. The original article is from Digestive and liver disease :...

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Development and Prospective Validation of a Machine Learning-Based Mobile Application (CROHN'S AID) for Differentiating Crohn's Disease From Intestinal Tuberculosis in Tuberculosis-Endemic Regions.
Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics

Development and Prospective Validation of a Machine Learning-Based Mobile Application (CROHN'S AID) for Differentiating Crohn's Disease From Intestinal Tuberculosis in Tuberculosis-Endemic Regions.

Distinguishing Crohn’s disease from intestinal tuberculosis is a frequent problem in TB-endemic areas; a validated mobile ML tool could help clinicians make more accurate, faster diagnostic decisions and avoid...

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Microbiota-Associated Amino Acid Metabolites in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Emerging Key Players in the Host–Microbe Interface
Microorganisms

Microbiota-Associated Amino Acid Metabolites in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Emerging Key Players in the Host–Microbe Interface

Microbial amino-acid metabolites may be active players in IBD biology and could become useful biomarkers or therapeutic targets. Understanding these metabolites helps explain links between the microbiome, immune...

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Endoscopic management of intestinal strictures in Crohn’s disease: Current status and future perspectives
World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Endoscopic management of intestinal strictures in Crohn’s disease: Current status and future perspectives

Strictures cause obstructive symptoms and repeat surgery in Crohn’s disease; endoscopic options can relieve obstruction and potentially avoid or postpone surgery for some patients.

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Psychological Pathways From Disease Activity to Quality of Life in Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease: A Cross‐Sectional Serial Mediation Study
Journal of Clinical Nursing

Psychological Pathways From Disease Activity to Quality of Life in Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease: A Cross‐Sectional Serial Mediation Study

If disease activity hurts quality of life partly through low self-efficacy and (for UC) psychological distress, then boosting self-management confidence and identifying anxiety/depression could help improve...

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Trends in the use of biologic agents and their persistence rates in inflammatory bowel disease in India.
Indian journal of gastroenterology : official journal of the Indian Society of Gastroenterology

Trends in the use of biologic agents and their persistence rates in inflammatory bowel disease in India.

Biologics can be critical for treating moderate-to-severe IBD, but cost and treatment failure limit access and long‑term use in this Indian cohort. Understanding uptake and reasons for stopping helps target interventions...

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