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1University of Washington, 325 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, USA.
Abstract:
Medical care for individuals with ulcerative colitis (UC) has become increasingly subspecialized, and this population presents unique challenges in the delivery of care. Most points of contact are with gastroenterology subspecialty clinics, and primary care providers have shown concern and unfamiliarity about managing these individuals. Gastroenterology subspecialists need to be comfortable discussing the unique preventive care needs of patients with UC, tailored to specific recommendations based on their demographics and current medication usage. This article reviews pertinent topics in preventive care for individuals with UC to provide a framework for gastroenterology subspecialists to be able to provide patient-centered care.
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