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Correction: ACG Clinical Guideline: Management of Crohn's Disease in Adults

Gary R Lichtenstein, Edward V Loftus, Kim L Isaacs

    The American Journal of Gastroenterology
    |June 14, 2018
    PubMed

    Insights

    This study corrects a factual error in previously published guidelines. The correction ensures accuracy in scientific communication and adherence to established standards.

    Area of Science:

    • Scientific publishing
    • Medical guidelines
    • Textual errata

    Context:

    • Guidelines require regular updates and corrections.
    • Accurate scientific documentation is crucial.
    • Published works may contain errors.

    Purpose:

    • To correct a specific error on page 15 of the Guidelines.
    • To ensure the accuracy of published scientific information.
    • To maintain the integrity of the Guidelines.

    Summary:

    • An error was identified on page 15 of the Guidelines.
    • The incorrect statement has been noted by the authors.
    • This erratum serves to rectify the published text.

    Impact:

    • Ensures the accuracy of the Guidelines.
    • Prevents the dissemination of incorrect scientific information.
    • Upholds the credibility of the published work.

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