| Literature DB >> 25663759 |
Manuela Marzo1, Carla Felice1, Daniela Pugliese1, Gianluca Andrisani1, Giammarco Mocci1, Alessandro Armuzzi1, Luisa Guidi1.
Abstract
Perianal disease is one of the most disabling manifestations of Crohn's disease. A multidisciplinary approach of gastroenterologist, colorectal surgeon and radiologist is necessary for its management. A correct diagnosis, based on endoscopy, magnetic resonance imaging, endoanal ultrasound and examination under anesthesia, is crucial for perianal fistula treatment. Available medical and surgical therapies are discussed in this review, including new local treatment modalities that are under investigation.Entities:
Keywords: Crohn’s disease; Drug therapy; Perianal fistula; Surgery; Tumor necrosis factor alpha
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Year: 2015 PMID: 25663759 PMCID: PMC4316082 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i5.1394
Source DB: PubMed Journal: World J Gastroenterol ISSN: 1007-9327 Impact factor: 5.742