Cytomegalovirus-related colitis in patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Joshua Y KwonDaniela FluxáFrancis A FarrayePaul T Kröner

Published in: International journal of colorectal disease (2022)

IBD has a significant association with CMV colitis, and the presence of CMV colitis in patients with IBD was associated with higher mortality, morbidity, and hospital costs. Prospectively designed studies may better elucidate the risk factors and impact of CMV colitis on patients with IBD.

Keyphrases

ulcerative colitis
risk factors
patients with inflammatory bowel disease
healthcare
emergency department
epstein barr virus
adverse drug