Tag Archives: Autoimmunity

Who Will Develop Pouchitis After Ileal Pouch–Anal Anastomosis?

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Serum markers can be used to identify patients with ulcerative colitis most likely to have inflammatory complications after ileal pouch–anal anastomosis (IPAA), according to the May issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. More than 20% of individuals with ulcerative colitis … Continue reading →

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What is the Best Strategy for Treating Pediatric Autoimmune Hepatitis?

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Kristine Novak, PhD, Science Editor

Immunosuppressant therapy causes permanent recovery from liver failure in most children with autoimmune hepatitis (AIH), reports Miriam Cuarterolo et al. in the February issue of Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. AIH is a progressive, inflammatory liver disease that predominantly affects girls … Continue reading →

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