Optimal use of biologics with endoscopic balloon dilatation for repeated intestinal strictures in Crohn's disease.

Akihito UdaHiroyo KuwabaraSayuri ShimizuRyuichi IwakiriKiyohide Fushimi

Published in: JGH open : an open access journal of gastroenterology and hepatology (2020)

The combined therapy with anti-TNFα and EBD could have preventive effects for intestinal stricture recurrence and surgery in hospitalized patients with CD. In particular, anti-TNFα initiation may be recommended before or after EBD, not immediately after EBD. With respect to EBD, it is important to clarify the effectiveness of combination therapy with several new medication treatments, such as biologics.

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