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  • Pathology

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  • Microscopic colitis (MC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease affecting older adults, presenting with watery diarrhea.
  • Diagnosis relies on histology due to unremarkable endoscopic findings and lack of noninvasive biomarkers.
  • MC subtypes include lymphocytic and collagenous colitis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and treatment of microscopic colitis.
  • To discuss current and potential long-term management strategies for MC.
  • To highlight the challenges posed by high relapse rates.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of microscopic colitis diagnosis and treatment.
  • Analysis of current therapeutic guidelines and emerging strategies.
  • Synthesis of information on budesonide efficacy and maintenance options.

Main Results:

  • Budesonide (9 mg/day for 6-8 weeks) is the effective first-line therapy for inducing remission in MC.
  • High relapse rates are observed after initial budesonide treatment.
  • Long-term strategies include low-dose budesonide, bile salt binders, antidiarrheals, and advanced therapies for refractory cases.

Conclusions:

  • Effective induction therapy exists for MC, but sustained remission remains a challenge.
  • Further research into long-term maintenance and advanced therapies is crucial for managing recurrent MC.
  • Optimizing treatment strategies is essential for improving patient outcomes in microscopic colitis.