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Published on: May 16, 2025
Primary care management of ulcerative colitis
Stephanie C Davis1, Brittani L Robinson, Joy Vess
1Stephanie C. Davis is a graduate program coordinator and associate professor at Clemson University, School of Nursing, Clemson, S.C. Brittani L. Robinson is a family NP at Carolina Nephrology, Greenville, S.C. Joy Vess is an assistant professor at Medical University of South Carolina, College of Nursing, Charleston, S.C. Joseph S. Lebel is a physician at Gastroenterology Associates, Greenville, S.C.; associate professor of internal medicine at University of South Carolina School of Medicine, Columbia, S.C.; and associate professor of internal medicine at Edward Via College of Medicine, Blacksburg, Va.
Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease causing mucosal inflammation. This review covers UC
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
Background:
- Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by mucosal inflammation.
- UC significantly impacts patient quality of life and imposes a substantial financial burden on healthcare systems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of ulcerative colitis.
- To discuss the impact, presentation, diagnosis, classification, systemic manifestations, complications, management, and treatment of UC.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of current knowledge on ulcerative colitis.
Main Results:
- Ulcerative colitis involves mucosal inflammation with diverse clinical presentations.
- Diagnosis and classification rely on clinical, endoscopic, and histological findings.
- UC can lead to systemic manifestations and complications requiring multidisciplinary management.
Conclusions:
- Effective management and treatment of ulcerative colitis are crucial for improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs.
- A thorough understanding of UC's multifaceted aspects is essential for healthcare professionals.
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