Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory disease of the gastrointestinal tract that might lead to progressive bowel damage and disability1. Affecting millions of people worldwide. While medication and surgery are common treatments, diet plays a crucial role in managing symptoms and…
Precision Medicine in Gastrointestinal Trials: A New Frontier
The advent of precision medicine marks a transformative era in healthcare, promising highly individualized treatment strategies that are revolutionizing patient care. This approach is particularly impactful in the realm of gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, a field characterized by a wide array of…
Genetic Marker Identified for Crohn’s Disease Drug Response
The largest study ever to look at why an expensive and commonly used group of drugs fails some patients with Crohn’s disease has identified a genetic marker that could individualize drug treatment. UK-Wide Collaboration and Study Findings A UK-wide collaboration led…
Stem Cell Transplants Could Ease Crohn’s Disease
Overview of the Study A new study, led by Queen Mary University of London and Barts Health NHS Trust, is exploring the potential of stem cell transplants to ease Crohn’s disease symptoms. The research is funded with £2 million from a…