IBD – Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis | T&F

Smoking is a risk factor for the development of UC.

Genetic factors are significant in the development of IBD.

Fifty per cent of patients with CD have small-bowel involvement.

Visible blood in stools is a common feature of CD.

Fistulas are tracts that connect two epithelial-lined organs.

CD may lead to toxic megacolon.

UC may affect any part of the gastrointestinal tract, from the mouth to the perianal area.

Arthritis is the most frequent extra-intestinal manifestation of IBD.

Paracetamol should be avoided in the management of pain associated with IBD due to an increased risk of hepatic toxicity.

Topical treatment with 5-ASA is favoured in patients with mild-to-moderate UC.