Cannabis Use in Patients With Inflammatory Bowel Disease Following Legalization of Cannabis in Canada.

Vadim IablokovJamie GregorNilesh ChandeTerry PonichVipul JairathReena KhannaSamuel Asfaha

Published in: Crohn's & colitis 360 (2024)

Cannabis use among patients with IBD has more than doubled since its legalization. Cannabis use is associated with worse abdominal symptoms and quality of life. Physicians should inquire about cannabis use and optimize symptom control with evidence-based therapies.

Keyphrases

patients with inflammatory bowel disease
primary care
sleep quality
ulcerative colitis
patient reported
depressive symptoms