Using American College of Gastroenterology Guidelines to provide effective health maintenance for patients with inflammatory bowel disease.

Background: Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at increased risk for infections, malignancies, and osteoporosis, related to both the disease state and medical therapy. Identification and treatment of depression and anxiety is crucial for disease management. Guidelines developed by the American College of Gastroenterology include recommendations for preventive health maintenance in patients with IBD to guide quality care.