Books /Inflammatory Bowel Disease: An Issue of Gastroenterology Clinics

9781639879380

Murphy & Moore Publishing

English

2025

$ 158.99

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of intestinal disorders that cause prolonged inflammation of the digestive tract. There are various diseases, which come under IBD. However, the two most common forms of IBD are ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. These diseases can lead to various problems in the intestines including perforation, profuse intestinal bleeding from ulcers, malnutrition, and fistulae. There are several other medical complications associated with IBD, such as eye inflammation, skin disorders, and arthritis. The exact cause of IBD is still unknown, but it has been contemplated that some agents including bacteria, viruses, and antigens are responsible for stimulating the body's immune system to generate an inflammatory response in the intestine. Furthermore, a combination of some factors like genetic, environmental, and hereditary factors may also contribute in the development of these disorders. This book provides significant information to help develop a good understanding of the inflammatory bowel disease. It will serve as a valuable source of reference for professionals and students involved in the field of gastroenterology.