AGA updates guidelines for treating IBD in older patients

Fifteen percent of new diagnoses of inflammatory bowel disease occur in individuals older than 60 years, according to the American Gastroenterological Association

Advertisement

Because treatment of older IBD patients requires special consideration and a multidisciplinary approach, the AGA has released a clinical practice update on IBD treatment in older patients. 

AGA offers three updates in diagnosis and 10 updates in treatment, which can be read in full here

Occurence of IBD is higher in older individuals, and comorbidities and surgical risks are more common.

More articles on surgery centers:
3 ASCs included in $1.9B Mass General expansion plan
10 states with the fewest employed physicians
Why ASCs are the key to orthopedic success: Q&A with Dr. Mark Kerner

At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.

Advertisement

Next Up in GI & Endoscopy

  • OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford, Ill., has added Tarik Firozi, MD, according to an April 6 report…

  • Miami-based Gastro Health has finalized a partnership with Digestive Disease Physicians, an Alexandria, Va.-based gastroenterology practice, according to an April…

  • Birmingham (Ala.) Gastroenterology has opened a clinic in Jasper, Ala., expanding access to digestive health services in the region, the…

Advertisement

Comments are closed.