Standardizing steroid protocols for newly diagnosed inflammatory bowel disease patients: A quality improvement initiative.

Nuphar LendnerSharon PerryThomas J SferraJonathan MosesDenise D Young

Published in: Journal of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition (2024)

Our experience illustrates that QI methodology can be used successfully to improve and standardize the steroid weaning process, leading to shortened steroid duration and without increased flares and hospitalizations.

Keyphrases

ulcerative colitis
newly diagnosed
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
quality improvement
mechanical ventilation
patient reported outcomes