Objective: An attempt was made to provide a better insight into endoscopic and histological features and/or problems encountered when establishing a diagnosis of colonic Crohn's disease (Crohn's colitis).
Methods: As presented in our 27 cases with Crohn's colitis, the endoscopic findings and histological changes of biopsy specimens were summarized. As collated with correspondent results of biopsy and surgical specimens, the diagnostic accuracy of endoscopy was evaluated.
Chin Med J (Engl)
February 2004
Background: An increasing incidence of Crohn's disease has been found in China in recent years. Our study has been focused on evaluating the diversity of the clinical manifestations of Crohn's disease in order to improve early diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic efficacy.
Methods: Thirty patients with active Crohn's disease were enrolled and their clinical data, including diagnostic and therapeutic results, were analyzed.
Zhonghua Nei Ke Za Zhi
September 2002
Objective: To enhance our understanding of Crohn's disease and improve its early diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic efficacy.
Methods: Thirty-one patients with active Crohn's disease were studied. All their diagnostic and therapeutic results were analyzed.