Ulcerative Colitis

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Authors

Silvio Danese · Fondazione Humanitas per la Ricerca

Claudio Fiocchi · Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine

Abstract

Ulcerative colitis is the most common form of inflammatory bowel disease. Its course is often mild, with few complications, and it can be cured by colectomy. Our current understanding of its pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment is reviewed.

Topics & Keywords

Inflammatory Bowel Disease Microscopic Colitis Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 365, Issue 18, pp. 1713-1725

DOI: 10.1056/nejmra1102942

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