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  • 1Editorial Department, Journal of Fourth Military Medical University, Fourth Military Medical University, 17 Changle West Road, Xi'an 710032, Shaanxi Province, China. xuct2001@163.com

World Journal of Gastroenterology
|July 31, 2004
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) management involves various treatments beyond medication, including 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) drugs, corticosteroids, and immunomodulators. Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine offers a safe approach for maintaining UC remission.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease affecting the large intestine.
  • Comprehensive medical management is crucial for UC treatment, extending beyond drug therapy.
  • Several therapeutic agents are available, including 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) derivatives and corticosteroids.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the various treatment options for ulcerative colitis.
  • To compare the efficacy and side effect profiles of different UC medications.
  • To highlight the role of integrated medicine in UC management.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on ulcerative colitis treatments.
  • Comparison of topical anti-inflammatory agents (5-ASA compounds) and systemic corticosteroids.

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  • Discussion of immunomodulators and integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) agents like Asacol, Pentasa, Dipentum, and Rowasa are effective topical anti-inflammatories, with sulfa-free options offering fewer side effects.
    • Systemic corticosteroids are potent for active UC but not for maintaining remission, and require careful dose reduction due to side effects.
    • Immunomodulators and integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine are options for severe or refractory UC.

    Conclusions:

    • Treatment selection for UC depends on disease severity and response to prior therapies.
    • Minimizing corticosteroid side effects and exploring alternative therapies like immunomodulators and integrated medicine are key for long-term UC management.
    • Integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine demonstrates safety and efficacy in maintaining UC remission.