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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), encompassing ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease (CD), presents a growing global healthcare challenge.
  • Lifelong therapy and continuous monitoring are essential for managing IBD, impacting patient quality of life and healthcare systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evolving trends of IBD in India.
  • To examine risk factors, financial implications, and specific challenges associated with IBD management in the Indian context.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article, synthesizing existing literature and data on IBD in India.
  • The review focuses on epidemiological trends, environmental and genetic influences, and clinical characteristics.

Main Results:

  • IBD prevalence is increasing in India, with a notable rise in pediatric cases.
  • Environmental factors appear to trigger IBD in Indian populations, similar to Western countries, though specific factors remain unclear.
  • While disease severity may be milder, the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) in Indian IBD patients is comparable to Western populations.
  • Men are more frequently affected, and the burden is highest among children, adolescents, and teens.

Conclusions:

  • Environmental triggers are significant in the rising IBD incidence in India, necessitating further research into genetic and environmental interactions.
  • Key challenges in India include the high cost of management, treatment non-adherence, differentiating CD from tuberculosis, and CRC screening.
  • The increasing burden of IBD, especially in younger populations, requires targeted public health strategies and improved diagnostic and management protocols.