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The TNBS-induced colitis animal model: An overview
Efstathios Antoniou1, Georgios Antonios Margonis1, Anastasios Angelou2
12nd Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Laiko Hospital, University of Athens, School of Medicine, Athens, Greece.
Annals of Medicine and Surgery (2012)
|September 23, 2016
Summary
This review summarizes the 2,4,6-trinitrobenzenesulfonic acid (TNBS) induced colitis model, a key animal model for studying Crohn's disease pathogenesis and evaluating new therapies.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Immunology
- Animal Models
Background:
- Crohn's disease pathogenesis is not fully understood.
- Animal models are crucial for research and therapeutic development.
- TNBS-induced colitis simulates Crohn's disease characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the TNBS-induced colitis animal model.
- To outline its pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical course, and pathology.
- To compare different TNBS-colitis induction protocols.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive MEDLINE database search.
- Keywords: TNBS, colitis, Crohn's disease, animal model.
- Independent review of articles by two investigators.
Main Results:
- Detailed presentation of the TNBS-induced colitis model.
- Outline of disease characteristics and pathological features.
- Comparison of protocols, animal types, and induction methods.
Conclusions:
- Provides an updated review of TNBS-induced colitis protocols.
- Highlights the importance of this model in Crohn's disease research.
- Aims to standardize and improve the application of the TNBS model.
