Yue Li1, Jia-Ming Qian1. 1. Division of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: The current major clinical challenge relates to the accurate diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Asian countries with a high background prevalence of infections. SUMMARY: The diagnosis of Crohn's disease in geographical areas where tuberculosis is endemic poses a major diagnostic challenge. KEY MESSAGES: Infections can mimic IBD and complicate the course of existing IBD. Limited availability of diagnostic modalities and health service may delay diagnosis. A multidisciplinary approach, continuous medical education, and academic activities may warrant an accurate diagnosis of IBD.
BACKGROUND: The current major clinical challenge relates to the accurate diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in Asian countries with a high background prevalence of infections. SUMMARY: The diagnosis of Crohn's disease in geographical areas where tuberculosis is endemic poses a major diagnostic challenge. KEY MESSAGES: Infections can mimic IBD and complicate the course of existing IBD. Limited availability of diagnostic modalities and health service may delay diagnosis. A multidisciplinary approach, continuous medical education, and academic activities may warrant an accurate diagnosis of IBD.
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