Risk factors for proctectomy in consecutive Crohn ’s colitis surgical patients in a reference colorectal centre

ConclusionsThe duration of Crohn ’s disease, female gender and a history of perianal disease were significant risk factors for a proctectomy procedure. Future research should examine whether immunosuppressive and biological medications reduce the risk for proctectomy.
Source: International Journal of Colorectal Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research