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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:
history: • Small intestine ... Salmonella • Colon ... NSAIDS, immuno-therapy ... inflammation: IBS ... mimics #mimickers #differential
Diarrhea Workup and Management Algorithm in Transplant Patients
First Tier Microbiologic-Testing:
1. C. difficile PCR (Stool)
2. CMV qPCR
Algorithm in Transplant ... Adjust IS medications ... PTLD, GVHD or IBD ... Empiric therapy ... #diagnosis #differential