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Intestinal Ultrasound (IUS) in IBD - IBD Algorithm

IUS Pros (+): no radiation, cost-effective, real-time data, well
(IUS) in IBD - ... IBD Algorithm ... good for SB and colon ... #IBD #Algorithm ... #IBDAlgorithm #
IBD Mimics
Infectious - Always RULE OUT infection (CMV, C. diff esp.) obtain travel & exposures history:
IBD Mimics Infectious ... Salmonella • Colon ... segmental colitis associated ... NSAIDS, immuno-therapy ... inflammation: IBS
Ulcerative Proctitis
Proctitis:
 • Affects 1/3 patients
 • Predictors of extension:
     - Disease
CA • Topical therapy ... Alternative Dx: IBS ... Tacrolimus rarely associated ... #diagnosis #management ... #algorithm