Epidemiology and care structures for children and adolescents and young adults up to the 26th year of life with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) in Leipzig/Saxony/Germany

ConclusionsNearly all patients up to 15 years (completeness 87.5%) were recorded by pediatricians to the IBD Registry. The actual incidence up to the age of 18 years for IBD in Leipzig is one of the highest worldwide. To obtain valid epidemiologic data up to the age of 18, the inclusion of adult gastroenterologists are necessary.

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Source: Journal of Public Health - January 15, 2018 Category: Health Management Source Type: research