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Long MD, van Deen WK, Weisbein L, Khalil C, Appel KL, Zhang X, Chen W, Zubrod L, Maris R, Ghafari A, Dupuy T, Ha CY, Spiegel BMR, Almario CV, Melmed GY. Web-Based Video Education to Improve Uptake of Influenza Vaccination and Other Preventive Health Recommendations in Adults With Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Randomized Controlled Trial of Project PREVENT. J Med Internet Res 2023; 25:e42921. [PMID: 37610821 PMCID: PMC10483303 DOI: 10.2196/42921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/23/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at increased risk of infections, bone fractures, and skin cancers. OBJECTIVE We developed preventive health videos using a patient-centered approach and tested their impact on preventive health uptake. METHODS Five animated videos explaining preventive health recommendations in IBD were iteratively developed with patient-centered focus groups and interviews. A randomized controlled trial was then conducted in a web-based IBD cohort to test the impact of video- versus text-based educational interventions. The primary outcome was receipt of the influenza vaccine. Secondary outcomes included intention to receive other preventive health services. RESULTS Five animated videos were developed with patient input. A total of 1056 patients with IBD were then randomized to receive the video (n=511) or text-only (n=545) interventions; 55% (281/511) of the video group and 57% (311/545) of the text-only group had received their influenza vaccine in the prior year. Immediately after the intervention, 73% (502/683) of patients reported their intention to receive the vaccine, with no difference by the type of intervention (75%, 231/307, for the video group and 72%, 271/376, for the text-only group). The proportion of patients who actually received the influenza vaccine after the intervention also did not differ by messaging type (P=.07). The strongest predictor of both intention to receive and actual receipt of the influenza vaccine was prior influenza vaccination. Older age was also associated with a higher likelihood of the intention to receive (age 36-75 years relative to 18-35 years; P=.006) and actual receipt (age >75 years relative to 18-35 years; P=.05) of the influenza vaccine. CONCLUSIONS The proportion of patients receiving the influenza vaccine was high in both groups, but there was no difference in receipt of or in the intention to receive preventive health recommendations by type of messaging. Notably, a portion of patients in both groups had intended to be vaccinated but did not ultimately receive the vaccine. Further evaluation of patient-education strategies is warranted to improve preventive health uptake among patients with IBD. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05997537; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05997537.
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- Millie D Long
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Health Technology Assessment Section, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Division of Health Services Research, Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- F. Widjaja Foundation Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute, Karsh Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of North Carolina School of Medicine, University of Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- IBD Partners Patient Powered Research Network, Washington, DC, United States
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- IBD Partners Patient Powered Research Network, Washington, DC, United States
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- F. Widjaja Foundation Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute, Karsh Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Health Services Research, Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- F. Widjaja Foundation Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute, Karsh Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Health Services Research, Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- F. Widjaja Foundation Inflammatory Bowel and Immunobiology Research Institute, Karsh Division of Digestive and Liver Diseases, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Jo KJ, Im JP. Beyond the survey, to the ideal therapy for Asian. Intest Res 2023; 21:280-282. [PMID: 37533263 PMCID: PMC10397544 DOI: 10.5217/ir.2023.00075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023] Open
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- Ki Jae Jo
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Macaluso FS, Liguori G, Galli M. Vaccinations in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Dig Liver Dis 2021; 53:1539-1545. [PMID: 34116972 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2021.05.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 05/13/2021] [Accepted: 05/15/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
Abstract
Treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) frequently requires administration of immunosuppressive therapies, which increases susceptibility to a number of infectious pathogens. However, many infections can be prevented by correct and appropriate utilization of vaccinations. While several guidelines have been published on vaccination schedules in patients with IBD, vaccination rates remain suboptimal and even lower than those in the general population. This is due to many factors including poor awareness of the importance of vaccines by gastroenterologists and general practitioners as well as potential prejudices of patients regarding the safety and benefits of vaccines. With the aim of increasing awareness about the key role of immunization in the management of patients with IBD, the present review examines the existing literature relating to the main vaccinations and their application in these patients. We also summarize current evidence in order to provide clinicians with an easy source of reference for the principal recommendations for prevention of infectious diseases in patients with IBD. In addition, the recommendations about traveling for IBD patients are briefly explored. Lastly, since it is important for gastroenterologists to be aware of recommendations on vaccination, we recommend implementing educational programs to ensure compliance with current guidelines.
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- Fabio Salvatore Macaluso
- Department of Medicine, ''Villa Sofia-Cervello'' Hospital, Sicilian Network for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (SN-IBD), Palermo, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, L Sacco" University of Milan, Via Giovan Battista Grassi 74, Milan 20157, Italy
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Ryu HH, Chang K, Kim N, Lee HS, Hwang SW, Park SH, Yang DH, Byeon JS, Myung SJ, Yang SK, Ye BD. Insufficient vaccination and inadequate immunization rates among Korean patients with inflammatory bowel diseases. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e27714. [PMID: 34766576 PMCID: PMC10545296 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000027714] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Revised: 08/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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ABSTRACT This study aimed to evaluate self-reported vaccination rates, immunity, knowledge of and attitudes toward vaccination among Korean patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as well as to identify factors associated with proper vaccination.Between November 2013 and February 2015, consecutive patients with IBD were invited to complete a standardized questionnaire on vaccination. Moreover, immune status for common vaccine-preventable diseases was evaluated via serologic tests.A total of 310 patients with IBD were invited to the questionnaire survey and 287 patients (92.6%) who completed the questionnaires were finally enrolled (men, 188 [65.5%], median age at survey, 29.9 years [interquartile range, 22.3-39.2], ulcerative colitis: Crohn disease = 165:122]. Self-reported vaccine uptake rates were as follows: hepatitis A virus (HAV; 13.2%), hepatitis B virus (HBV; 35.2%), seasonal influenza (43.2%), pneumococcus (4.9%). Most of the patients (87.1%) did not know that proper vaccination has been recommended for patients with IBD. Up to 64.8% and 32.8% of patients were negative for IgG anti-HAV antibody and IgG HBV surface antibody, respectively. In a multivariable analysis, newspaper subscription (aOR [adjusted odds ratio] 2.185, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.136-4.203, P = .019), ever recommendation of vaccination by a physician (aOR 2.456, 95% CI 1.240-4.862, P = .010), and use of anti-tumor necrosis factor agents (aOR 4.966, 95% CI 1.098-22.464, P = .037) showed a significant association with uptake of adult vaccines recommended for patients with IBD.Vaccine uptake rates, positivity of antibody to HAV and HBV, and knowledge of patients with IBD regarding vaccination were not sufficient. Proper educational information and recommendation from physicians could enhance awareness among patients with IBD about the need for vaccination and thereby improve vaccination rates.Trial registration number: NCT01984879.
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- Han Hee Ryu
- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
- Digestive Diseases Research Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Chan W, Salazar E, Lim TG, Ong WC, Shim HH. Vaccinations and inflammatory bowel disease - a systematic review. Dig Liver Dis 2021; 53:1079-1088. [PMID: 33994128 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2021.04.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2020] [Revised: 04/11/2021] [Accepted: 04/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Patients with inflammatory bowel disease(IBD) are at risk of infections, many of which are preventable with vaccinations. We performed a systematic review on various aspects of vaccination in IBD. METHODS We searched PubMed, and EMBASE databases, through 31 January 2021. Primary outcomes included vaccination rates, predictors of vaccination, reasons of vaccination hesitancy and acceptance, and outcomes of intervention. Findings were presented with medians, ranges, and narrative synthesis. RESULTS We included 33 observational studies comprising 146,918 patients and 681 physicians. The median vaccination rates of influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and hepatitis B vaccines were 42%(IQR, 28%-61.5%), 20%(IQR, 9%-38.5%), and 48%(IQR, 29%-53%), respectively. Uses of immunosuppressant, older age and physician recommendations have positive influence on vaccination rate. Lack of vaccine-related knowledge and awareness of need for vaccination are main reasons of vaccine hesitancy among patients and physicians. There was disagreement between gastroenterologists and primary-care physicians on whose responsibility to offer vaccination. Education was the sole intervention identified, with variable success. CONCLUSION This systematic review demonstrates that the vaccination rates of IBD patients, similar to other chronic diseases, are suboptimal. Lack of vaccine-related knowledge and awareness of the need for vaccination are main reasons of vaccine hesitancy amongst patients and physicians. Education, though effective, was the only available intervention identified. Gastroenterologist could take the lead in educating, and initiating vaccination among IBD patients.
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- Webber Chan
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Singapore General Hospital Singapore.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Singapore General Hospital Singapore.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore.
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- Parkway East Medical Center, 319 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427989.
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Kucharzik T, Ellul P, Greuter T, Rahier JF, Verstockt B, Abreu C, Albuquerque A, Allocca M, Esteve M, Farraye FA, Gordon H, Karmiris K, Kopylov U, Kirchgesner J, MacMahon E, Magro F, Maaser C, de Ridder L, Taxonera C, Toruner M, Tremblay L, Scharl M, Viget N, Zabana Y, Vavricka S. ECCO Guidelines on the Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Infections in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. J Crohns Colitis 2021; 15:879-913. [PMID: 33730753 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjab052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 157] [Impact Index Per Article: 52.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- T Kucharzik
- Department of Gastroenterology, Klinikum Lüneburg, University of Hamburg, Lüneburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology, Mater Dei Hospital, Msida, Malta
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- University Hospital Zürich, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Zürich, Switzerland, and Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vaudois CHUV, University Hospital Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, CHU UCL Namur, Yvoir, Belgium
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals Leuven, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium, and Department of Chronic Diseases, Metabolism and Ageing, TARGID-IBD, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Infectious Diseases Service, Centro Hospitalar Universitário São João, Porto, Portugal.,Instituto de Inovação e Investigação em Saúde [I3s], Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, St James University Hospital, Leeds, UK
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- Humanitas Clinical and Research Center - IRCCS -, Rozzano [Mi], Italy.,Humanitas University, Department of Biomedical Sciences, Milan, Italy
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- Hospital Universitari Mútua Terrassa, Digestive Diseases Department, Terrassa, Catalonia, and Centro de Investigación Biomédica en red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas CIBERehd, Madrid, Spain
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- Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Barts Health NHS Trust, Royal London Hospital, London, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Venizeleio General Hospital, Heraklion, Greece
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sheba Medical Center, Ramat Gan, Israel, and Sackler School of Medicine, Tel-Aviv University, Tel-Aviv, Israel
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- Sorbonne Université, INSERM, Institut Pierre Louis d'Epidémiologie et de Santé Publique, AP-HP, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, Department of Gastroenterology, Paris, France
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Gastroenterology Department, Centro Hospitalar São João, Porto, Portugal.,Institute of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Outpatient Department of Gastroenterology, Department of Geriatrics, Klinikum Lüneburg, University of Hamburg, Lüneburg, Germany
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- Department of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Erasmus MC-Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- IBD Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital Clínico San Carlos and Instituto de Investigación del Hospital Clínico San Carlos [IdISSC], Madrid, Spain
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- Ankara University School of Medicine, Department of Gastroenterology, Ankara, Turkey
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- Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal [CHUM] Pharmacy Department and Faculty of Pharmacy, Université de Montréal, Montréal, QC, Canada
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- University Hospital Zürich, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Tourcoing Hospital, Tourcoing, France
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- Hospital Universitari Mútua Terrassa, Digestive Diseases Department, Terrassa, Catalonia, and Centro de Investigación Biomédica en red de Enfermedades Hepáticas y Digestivas CIBERehd, Madrid, Spain
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- University Hospital Zürich, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Zürich, Switzerland
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Soh H, Chun J, Han K, Park S, Choi G, Kim J, Lee J, Im JP, Kim JS. Increased Risk of Herpes Zoster in Young and Metabolically Healthy Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Nationwide Population-Based Study. Gut Liver 2020; 13:333-341. [PMID: 30602222 PMCID: PMC6529172 DOI: 10.5009/gnl18304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2018] [Revised: 10/08/2018] [Accepted: 10/11/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Background/Aims The risk of herpes zoster (HZ) among patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) remains unclear in terms of age and metabolic comorbidities, including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or dyslipidemia. We conducted a nationwide population-based study to investigate the risk of HZ in patients with IBD. Methods From 2010 to 2013, a retrospective study was performed using claims data in Korea. We compared the incidence of HZ between 30,100 IBD patients (10,517 Crohn’s disease [CD] and 19,583 ulcerative colitis [UC] patients) and 150,500 non-IBD controls matched by age and sex. Results During a mean follow-up of 5.0 years, incidence rates of HZ (per 1,000 person-years) were 13.60, 14.99, and 9.19 in the CD, UC, and control groups, respectively. The risk of HZ was significantly higher in patients with CD (adjusted hazard ratio [HR], 2.13; p<0.001) and UC (adjusted HR, 1.40; p<0.001) than in the controls. The impact of CD on developing HZ was significantly more prominent in younger patients (adjusted HR, 2.61 for age <15, whereas 1.39 for age ≥60; interaction p=0.001) and in patients without metabolic comorbidities (adjusted HR, 2.24, whereas 1.59 in those with metabolic comorbidities; interaction p=0.015). Moreover, the impact of UC on developing HZ significantly increased in younger patients (adjusted HR, 2.51 in age <15, whereas 1.22 in age ≥60; interaction p=0.014) and patients without metabolic comorbidities (adjusted HR, 1.49 whereas 1.16 in those with metabolic comorbidities; interaction p<0.001). Conclusions IBD was associated with an increased risk of HZ, especially in younger patients without metabolic comorbidities.
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- Hosim Soh
- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Medical Statistics, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.,Department of Internal Medicine, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Healthcare Research Institute, Healthcare System Gangnam Center, Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Liver Research Institute, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Li SY, Li PW, Shen B, Zhi M, Gu YB, Wang XY, Guo H, Li Y, Fan YH, Yang BL, Xue M, Wang XY, Lv MF, Li Y, Ye B, Zhu XJ, Chen Y. Insufficient awareness and vaccination practices for inflammatory bowel disease patients in China: A multi-center survey of Chinese gastroenterologists. J Dig Dis 2020; 21:46-51. [PMID: 31794121 DOI: 10.1111/1751-2980.12834] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2019] [Revised: 11/23/2019] [Accepted: 12/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has been increasing worldwide, and the risk of infection has increased due to the use of immunosuppressive and biologic medications. Some of these infections can be prevented with vaccinations. The aim of this study was to evaluate the vaccination practices of Chinese gastroenterologists for patients with IBD. METHODS Questionnaires based on quick response codes were sent using email and the WeChat platform to gastroenterologists at 20 hospitals in China. The vaccination practices of the gastroenterologists, including vaccinating for hepatitis B, hepatitis A, and varicella, were assessed. RESULTS Of the 468 gastroenterologists who received the questionnaire, 307 (65.6%) completed it. Of the gastroenterologists who were most concerned about hepatitis B; 83.4% always or frequently asked about an infection history, 53.7% took an immunization history, and 73.6% tested patients for hepatitis B infection. However, few gastroenterologists did so for hepatitis A or varicella. The proportion of patients who were asked about an infection and immunization history and tested for varicella infection was 16.0%, 15.0%, and 9.4%, respectively. Only a few gastroenterologists recommended vaccination for patients without an infection before IBD medical treatment (26.7% for hepatitis A, 45.6% for hepatitis B, and 28% for varicella vaccination). CONCLUSION Vaccination practices for patients with IBD used by Chinese gastroenterologists vary greatly, suggesting that education about immunization is needed.
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- Shu Yan Li
- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Center for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Xinqiao Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Colorectal Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Lishui Municipal Central Hospital, the Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Lishui, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Shaoxing Shangyu People's Hospital, Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China
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Strasse KLAD, Jamur CM, Marques J, Kim MSM, Petterle RR, Amarante HMBDS. IMMUNIZATION STATUS OF PATIENTS WITH INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE. ARQUIVOS DE GASTROENTEROLOGIA 2019; 56:124-130. [PMID: 31460574 DOI: 10.1590/s0004-2803.201900000-26] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2018] [Accepted: 05/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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BACKGROUND Treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) includes a variety of immunosuppressants and biological agents, which increase the risk of infections due to altered cellular and humoral immunity. Prevention of these infections can be done through vaccination, however, patients with IBD are usually under-immunized. OBJECTIVE Analyze the immunization status of patients with IBD and confront it with the current recommendations to verify if the immunization guidelines are being followed correctly. METHODS Analytical cross-sectional study including 239 IBD patients being regularly followed in the Gastroenterology Service from Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade Federal do Paraná, which were subjected to a survey about their relevant demographic data and immunization status. RESULTS The amount of patients that declared being unaware of their immunization status is high - between 34.3% (Tdap) and 52% (meningococcal) - excepting IIV, hepatitis B and HPV. The vaccines with the largest rates of patients declaring to have taken it are inactivated influenza vaccine (72.4%), BCG (55.3%), hepatitis B (48.3%), measles, mumps and rubella vaccine (43.8%) and DTaP (43%). The vaccines with the lowest rates of patients declaring to have taken it are Haemophilus influenza type b (0.8%), herpes zoster (2.1%) and HPV (3.4%). Patients that are being treated or have been treated with biological therapy have the largest immunization coverage for inactivated influenza vaccine (81%) and PPSV23 (25.9%), also they have the largest awareness rates for those vaccines. CONCLUSION Although being a specialized service linked to a university hospital, vaccination coverage and patients' awareness rates proved to be below the desirable level. Vaccination and recovery of the immunization history is recommended immediately after the diagnosis of IBD, regardless of the use of biological agents. Those findings support the need of implementing hospital guidelines and constantly verifying its application by the multidisciplinary team in specialized services in IBD.
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- Karin Lye Auf der Strasse
- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Universidade Federal do Paraná, Hospital de Clínicas, Departamento de Gastroenterologia, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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Farshidpour M, Charabaty A, Mattar MC. Improving immunization strategies in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Ann Gastroenterol 2019; 32:247-256. [PMID: 31040621 PMCID: PMC6479655 DOI: 10.20524/aog.2019.0351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2018] [Accepted: 11/11/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are susceptible to varieties of opportunistic infections due to immunological changes in the setting of their disease and drug-induced immunosuppression. Even though numerous infections can be prevented by vaccine, vaccination in IBD patients is inadequate. Data showed only 9% were vaccinated against pneumococcal infection and 28% described commonly receiving influenza vaccine. This review article discusses the recent immunizations against influenza virus; pneumococcal infection; human papilloma virus; tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis; measles, mumps and rubella; varicella zoster; and herpes zoster for individuals diagnosed with IBD and those patients with drug-related immunosuppression. In addition, this review discusses concerns about IBD patients planning to travel abroad. Immunization status and screening for opportunistic infection need to be addressed in IBD patients at the time of diagnosis and they should be vaccinated accordingly. Generally, standard vaccination strategies should be pursued in IBD patients, although live vaccines should be avoided while they are not immunocompetent.
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- Maham Farshidpour
- Department of Inpatient Medicine, Banner University Medical Center, University of Arizona, Tucson (Maham Farshidpour), USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, USA (Aline Charabaty, Mark C. Mattar), USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC, USA (Aline Charabaty, Mark C. Mattar), USA
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Doornekamp L, de Jong W, Wagener MN, Goeijenbier M, van Gorp ECM. Dutch healthcare professionals' opinion on vaccination and education to prevent infections in immunocompromised patients: A mixed-method study with recommendations for daily practice. Vaccine 2019; 37:1476-1483. [PMID: 30739793 DOI: 10.1016/j.vaccine.2019.01.075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2018] [Revised: 12/21/2018] [Accepted: 01/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The fast-growing population of immunocompromised patients (ICP) is more vulnerable to infectious diseases, demanding strategies to protect them. These strategies seem inconsistent in available guidelines and in practices. We aim to evaluate healthcare professionals' (HCP) opinions on vaccination to reduce the number and severity of infections in ICP. METHODS A mixed-method study, with an exploratory sequential design, was performed. Medical specialists from various departments in a tertiary care center in the Netherlands were invited for semi-structured interviews to explore their perspective on preventive care of ICP. Topics that play a substantial role in daily practice for ICP were translated into a survey to gain insight into what extent opinions were generalizable to Erasmus Medical Center. RESULTS Surveys were completed by 689 HCP (43% of the invitees), 269 of them treated at least two ICP weekly on average and were considered eligible for further analysis. Quantitative data showed that according to 80 percent of HCP, preventive care for ICP can be improved. Education was chosen by 40 percent as the most important intervention to reduce the number and severity of infections. Vaccinations were valued as important by seventeen percent of HCP. Except for influenza, vaccinations were not regularly discussed during routine consultations. Difficulties to administer vaccinations were experienced by 75 percent of HCP. CONCLUSION According to our respondents, education is the most promising intervention to reduce the number and severity of infections in ICP. To reach a higher vaccine uptake, we recommend HCP to address vaccinations more frequently during consultations and to search for solutions to alleviate barriers to vaccinate.
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- L Doornekamp
- Department of Viroscience, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Viroscience, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Center of Expertise Innovations in Care, Rotterdam University of Applied Science, the Netherlands
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- Department of Viroscience, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of Internal Medicine, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Viroscience, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Department of Internal Medicine/Infectious Diseases, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
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Sitte J, Frentiu E, Baumann C, Rousseau H, May T, Bronowicki JP, Peyrin-Biroulet L, Lopez A. Vaccination for influenza and pneumococcus in patients with gastrointestinal cancer or inflammatory bowel disease: A prospective cohort study of methods for improving coverage. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2019; 49:84-90. [PMID: 30485467 DOI: 10.1111/apt.15057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2018] [Revised: 04/16/2018] [Accepted: 10/21/2018] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations for high-risk populations are recommended by current guidelines, vaccination coverage is low in patients with gastrointestinal cancer (GC) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). AIM To evaluate the impact of a specialised infectious disease consultation on vaccination coverage rates in these patients. METHODS Between December 2016 and April 2017, all patients with GC or IBD followed in the outpatient clinic of the Gastroenterology department at the Nancy University Hospital enrolled in a 3-phase vaccination programme. Phase 1: Initial questionnaire (vaccination status, knowledge about vaccines and possible barriers to vaccination); Phase 2: Infectious disease consultation; Phase 3: Subsequent questionnaire (evolution of patients' knowledge about vaccination). RESULTS A total of 366 patients were included (GC = 99, IBD = 267). Vaccination rate was 34.7% for influenza and 14.5% for pneumococcus. About 43% of the patients feared side effects of vaccines. After the initial questionnaire, 49.3% of the interested patients participated in a specialised vaccination consultation (n = 102). 87.3% (n = 89) received new vaccination, 41.2% changed their mind about vaccination, and 92.2% would recommend this programme to other patients. Among vaccinated patients, 97.8% (n = 87) received pneumococcal vaccine, 40.4% received tetanus-diphtheria-polio vaccine, and 7.9% received influenza vaccine. In GC patients, anti-pneumococcal vaccination rate was 87.5% after the specialised consultation compared with 10.1% before. In IBD patients, corresponding rates were 85.7% and 16.1%. CONCLUSIONS A specialised infectious disease consultation can improve GC and IBD patients' knowledge about vaccination and vaccination coverage. This approach could be applied to all high-risk populations.
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- Julien Sitte
- Department of Gastroenterology and NGERE Unit, Inserm, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Department of Infectiology and Tropical Diseases, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Clinical Research Support Facility PARC, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Clinical Research Support Facility PARC, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Department of Infectiology and Tropical Diseases, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and NGERE Unit, Inserm, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and NGERE Unit, Inserm, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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- Department of Gastroenterology and NGERE Unit, Inserm, University Hospital of Nancy, Lorraine University, Vandoeuvre-lès-Nancy, France
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Rates and Predictors of Vaccinations Among Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients Receiving Anti-Tumor Necrosis Factor Agents. Dig Dis Sci 2018; 63:209-217. [PMID: 28836068 DOI: 10.1007/s10620-017-4716-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2016] [Accepted: 08/07/2017] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND As an important quality measure, the rates of recommended immunizations among immunocompromised inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients in community practice have not been well studied. AIMS This study sought to investigate the rates and predictors of recommended immunizations and screening tests among IBD patients receiving anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy in a large integrated healthcare organization. METHODS We conducted a retrospective cohort study of 1401 IBD patients on anti-TNF therapy between 2010 and 2013 within the Kaiser Permanente Northern California healthcare system. The rates of vaccinations and screening tests were quantified, and the associated predictors were investigated. RESULTS Vaccination rates for influenza and pneumococcus were 43.5 and 24.1%, respectively. The majority of patients (73.7%) received hepatitis B screening and/or vaccine. Patients receiving infliximab had higher rates of pneumococcal vaccine (P = 0.002), hepatitis B screening (P < 0.001), and tuberculin skin test (P < 0.001) compared with patients receiving adalimumab. Older patient age (≥50 years) was associated with higher likelihood of having HBsAg test (odds ratio [OR] 1.5, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.2-2.0, P = 0.002), influenza vaccine (OR 2.6 [2.1-3.4], P < 0.001), and pneumococcal vaccine (OR 4.0 [3.0-5.3], P < 0.001). In contrast, older providers (≥50 years) were associated with significantly lower likelihood of their patients' having hepatitis A and B screening tests, and pneumococcal vaccination. CONCLUSIONS The rates of immunizations for IBD patients receiving anti-TNF treatment were lower than recommended. Structured reminders for vaccinations and education for both patients and providers (older physicians in particular) may prove beneficial in improving immunization rates among immunocompromised IBD patients.
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ACG Clinical Guideline: Preventive Care in Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Am J Gastroenterol 2017; 112:241-258. [PMID: 28071656 DOI: 10.1038/ajg.2016.537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 320] [Impact Index Per Article: 45.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2016] [Accepted: 10/01/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Recent data suggest that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients do not receive preventive services at the same rate as general medical patients. Patients with IBD often consider their gastroenterologist to be the primary provider of care. To improve the care delivered to IBD patients, health maintenance issues need to be co-managed by both the gastroenterologist and primary care team. Gastroenterologists need to explicitly inform the primary care provider of the unique needs of the IBD patient, especially those on immunomodulators and biologics or being considered for such therapy. In particular, documentation of up to date vaccinations are crucial as IBD patients are often treated with long-term immune-suppressive therapies and may be at increased risk for infections, many of which are preventable with vaccinations. Health maintenance issues addressed in this guideline include identification, safety and appropriate timing of vaccinations, screening for osteoporosis, cervical cancer, melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer as well as identification of depression and anxiety and smoking cessation. To accomplish these health maintenance goals, coordination between the primary care provider, gastroenterology team and other specialists is necessary.
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Lee CK. [Ideal vaccination strategy in inflammatory bowel disease]. THE KOREAN JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY 2017; 65:159-64. [PMID: 25797379 DOI: 10.4166/kjg.2015.65.3.159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a long-standing disease that often requires long-term use of immunosuppressive agents including immunomodulators (such as azathioprine, 6-mercaptopurine and methotrexate) and tumor necrosis factor-α inhibitors (such as infliximab and adalimumab). Introduction of immunosuppressive therapies, however, involves the risk of host susceptibility to opportunistic infections in this patient population. Therefore, adequate immunization for vaccine-preventable infectious diseases is currently recommended for all patients with IBD and is emerging as an important target for quality improvements in IBD care. However, ongoing issues regarding underuse of immunization, safety and efficacy of vaccines in patients with IBD remain. For quality improvements in IBD care, all physicians should follow the recent immunization guidelines proposed by professional IBD societies. Additionally, there are ongoing needs for intensive educational programs regarding a role of immunization in long-term care of IBD and up-to-date immunization guidelines. Immunization status should be checked at the time of diagnosis of IBD and timely vaccination before initiation of immunosuppressive therapies can be a practical solution for maximizing the efficacy of vaccination at this point. Inactivated vaccines can be used safely irrespective of immunization status of patients, while attenuated vaccines are contraindicated in patients on immunosuppressive therapies. This article reviews an ideal strategy for vaccinating patients with IBD based on the currently recommended immunization guidelines.
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- Chang Kyun Lee
- Department of Internal Medicine, Kyung Hee University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Gurvits GE, Lan G, Tan A, Weissman A. Vaccination practices in patients with inflammatory bowel disease among general internal medicine physicians in the USA. Postgrad Med J 2016; 93:333-337. [PMID: 27733673 DOI: 10.1136/postgradmedj-2016-134266] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2016] [Revised: 09/13/2016] [Accepted: 09/21/2016] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Increasing prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) poses significant challenges to medical community. Preventive medicine, including vaccination against opportunistic infections, is important in decreasing morbidity and mortality in patients with IBD. We conduct first study to evaluate general awareness and adherence to immunisation guidelines by primary care physicians in the USA. METHODS We administered an electronic questionnaire to the research panel of the American College of Physicians (ACP) assessing current vaccination practices, barriers to vaccination and provider responsibility for administering vaccinations and compared responses with the European Crohn's and Colitis Organization consensus guidelines and expert opinion from the USA. RESULTS All of surveyed physicians (276) had experience with patients with IBD and spent majority of their time in direct patient care. 49% of physicians took immunisation history frequently or always, and 76% reported never or rarely checking immunisation antibody titres with only 2% doing so routinely. 65% of physicians believed that primary care providers (PCPs) were responsible for determining patient's immunisation. Vaccine administration was felt to be the duty of primary care doctor 80% of the time. 2.5% of physicians correctly recommended vaccinations all the time. Physicians were more likely to recommend vaccination to immunocompetent than immunocompromised patients. Up to 23% of physicians would incorrectly recommend live vaccine to immunocompromised patients with IBD. CONCLUSIONS Current knowledge and degree of comfort among PCPs in the USA in preventing opportunistic infections in IBD population remain low. Management of patients with IBD requires structured approach to their healthcare maintenance in everyday practice, including enhanced educational policy aimed at primary care physicians.
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- Grigoriy E Gurvits
- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine/Langone Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Medicine, The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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- American College of Physicians Research Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Kim KO. The Efficiency of Intravenous Iron Therapy in Korean Inflammatory Bowel Disease Patients. Gut Liver 2016; 10:487-8. [PMID: 27377734 PMCID: PMC4933401 DOI: 10.5009/gnl16205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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- Kyeong Ok Kim
- Department of Internal Medicine, Yeungnam University College of Medicine, Daegu, Korea
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Song HK, Lee KM, Jung SA, Hong SN, Han DS, Yang SK. Quality of care in inflammatory bowel disease in Asia: the results of a multinational web-based survey in the 2(nd) Asian Organization of Crohn's and Colitis (AOCC) meeting in Seoul. Intest Res 2016; 14:240-7. [PMID: 27433146 PMCID: PMC4945528 DOI: 10.5217/ir.2016.14.3.240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2016] [Revised: 04/08/2016] [Accepted: 04/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background/Aims The quality of care in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has not been systematically estimated. The aim of this study was to investigate the current status of quality of IBD care in Asian countries. Methods A questionnaire-based survey was conducted between March 2014 and May 2014. The questionnaire was adopted from "An adult inflammatory bowel disease physician performance measure set" developed by the American Gastroenterological Association. If the respondent executed the performance measure in more than 70% of patients, the measure was regarded as well performed. Results A total of 353 medical doctors from Asia completed the survey (116 from Korea, 114 from China, 88 from Japan, 17 from Taiwan, 8 from Hong-Kong, 4 from India, 3 from Singapore, and 1 each from the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia). The delivery of performance measures, however, varied among countries. The documentation of IBD and tuberculosis screening before anti-tumor necrosis factor therapy were consistently performed well, while pneumococcal immunization and prophylaxis of venous thromboembolisms in hospitalized patients were performed less frequently in all countries. Physician awareness was positively associated with the delivery of performance measures. Variations were also noted in reasons for non-performance or low performance of quality measures, and the two primary reasons cited were consideration of the measure to be unimportant and lack of time. Conclusions The delivery of performance measures varies among physicians in Asian countries, and reflects variations in the quality of care among the countries. This variation should be recognized to improve the quality of care in Asian countries.
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- Hye Kyung Song
- Department of Internal Medicine, Ewha University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, St. Vincent's Hospital, The Catholic University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ewha University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Guri Hospital, Hanyang University College of Medicine, Guri, Korea
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Ulsan University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Andrade P, Santos-Antunes J, Rodrigues S, Lopes S, Macedo G. Treatment with infliximab or azathioprine negatively impact the efficacy of hepatitis B vaccine in inflammatory bowel disease patients. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2015; 30:1591-5. [PMID: 25967740 DOI: 10.1111/jgh.13001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/16/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Immunization against hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is recommended in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly in those under immunosuppressive therapy. Limited data are available about IBD patient's response to HBV vaccination. We assessed the response rate to HBV vaccination in IBD patients and evaluated the impact of different factors on the efficacy of HBV vaccination. METHODS Anti-HBs titers were measured in a cohort of IBD patients under treatment with infliximab and/or azathioprine. Vaccination was considered efficient when anti-HBs titers were higher than 10 IU/L. RESULTS We have identified 217 patients with IBD under infliximab who were vaccinated for hepatitis B, 172 (79%) with Crohn's Disease and the remaining with ulcerative colitis; 114 patients (53%) were male and mean age was 33 ± 11 years. Overall, HBV vaccine was successful in 164 (76%) patients. Only 14 patients were vaccinated after infliximab was initiated, and only two of them had antibody levels above 10 IU/L. Among the patients that received vaccination before the beginning of infliximab, 88% of those who were vaccinated before starting azathioprine developed antibodies in contrast to 55% who already were under azathioprine. In multivariable analysis, treatment with infliximab (adjusted OR [95% CI]: 17.642 [8.514-33.937]) and with azathioprine (adjusted OR [95% CI]: 3.344 [1.653-9.145]) were the only factors associated with weaker response to HBV vaccination. CONCLUSION The response rate to the standard HBV vaccination in IBD patients is low mainly in those treated with infliximab and/or azathioprine.
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- Patrícia Andrade
- Gastroenterology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal.,Department of Biochemistry (U38-FCT), Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal
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- Gastroenterology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Hospital de São João, Porto, Portugal
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Fleurier A, Pelatan C, Willot S, Ginies JL, Breton E, Bridoux L, Segura JF, Chaillou E, Jobert A, Darviot E, Cagnard B, Delaperriere N, Grimal I, Carre E, Wagner AC, Sylvestre E, Dabadie A. Vaccination coverage of children with inflammatory bowel disease after an awareness campaign on the risk of infection. Dig Liver Dis 2015; 47:460-4. [PMID: 25770456 DOI: 10.1016/j.dld.2015.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2014] [Revised: 01/28/2015] [Accepted: 02/18/2015] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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BACKGROUND Children with inflammatory bowel disease are at risk of vaccine-preventable diseases mostly due to immunosuppressive drugs. AIM To evaluate coverage after an awareness campaign informing patients, their parents and general practitioner about the vaccination schedule. METHODS Vaccination coverage was firstly evaluated and followed by an awareness campaign on the risk of infection via postal mail. The trial is a case-control study on the same patients before and after the awareness campaign. Overall, 92 children were included. A questionnaire was then completed during a routine appointment to collect data including age at diagnosis, age at data collection, treatment history, and vaccination status. RESULTS Vaccination rates significantly increased for vaccines against diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis (92% vs. 100%), Haemophilus influenzae (88% vs. 98%), hepatitis B (52% vs. 71%), pneumococcus (36% vs. 57%), and meningococcus C (17% vs. 41%) (p<0.05). Children who were older at diagnosis were 1.26 times more likely to be up-to-date with a minimum vaccination schedule (diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis, pertussis, H. influenzae, measles-mumps-rubella, tuberculosis) (p=0.002). CONCLUSION Informing inflammatory bowel disease patients, their parents and general practitioner about the vaccination schedule via postal mail is easy, inexpensive, reproducible, and increases vaccination coverage. This method reinforces information on the risk of infection during routine visits.
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- Aude Fleurier
- CHU Rennes, Paediatric Centre, Hôpital Sud, Rennes Cedex, France
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- CHU Tours, Paediatric Department, CH Clocheville, Tours Cedex, France
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- CH Saint Brieuc, Hôpital Y. Le Foll, Paediatric Department, Saint Brieuc, France
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- CHU Rennes, Paediatric Centre, Hôpital Sud, Rennes Cedex, France
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- CH Saint Nazaire, Paediatric Department, Boulevard de l'hôpital, Saint Nazaire, France
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- CH Auray-Vannes, Hôpital Bretagne Atlantique, Paediatric Department, Boulevard du Général Guillaudot, Vannes Cedex, France
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- CHU Rennes, Paediatric Centre, Hôpital Sud, Rennes Cedex, France
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- CH Saint Nazaire, Paediatric Department, Boulevard de l'hôpital, Saint Nazaire, France
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- CHU Rennes, Paediatric Centre, Hôpital Sud, Rennes Cedex, France.
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Malhi G, Rumman A, Thanabalan R, Croitoru K, Silverberg MS, Hillary Steinhart A, Nguyen GC. Vaccination in inflammatory bowel disease patients: attitudes, knowledge, and uptake. J Crohns Colitis 2015; 9:439-44. [PMID: 25908717 DOI: 10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjv064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2015] [Accepted: 04/02/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Immunomodulators and biological agents, used to treat inflammatory bowel disease [IBD], are associated with an increased risk of infection, including vaccine-preventable infections. We assessed patient attitudes towards vaccination, knowledge of vaccine recommendations, and uptake of recommended vaccines. METHODS Patients attending IBD clinics completed a self-administered, structured, paper-based questionnaire. We collected demographic data, medical and immunisation history, self-reported patient uptake, knowledge, and perceptions of childhood and adult vaccinations. RESULTS The prevalence of treatment with biologicals, steroids, thiopurines, and methotrexate among the 300 respondents were 37.3%, 16.0%, 16.0%, and 5.7%, respectively. Self-reported vaccine completion was reported by 45.3% of patients. Vaccination uptake rates were 61.3% for influenza, 10.3% for pneumococcus, 61.0% for hepatitis B, 52.0% for hepatitis A, 26.0% for varicella, 20.7% for meningococcus, 5.3% for herpes zoster, and 11.0% for herpes papilloma virus [females only]. Significant predictors of vaccine completion were annual vaccination review by family physician (odds ratio [OR] = 1.82) or gastroenterologist [OR = 1.72], current steroid use [OR = 1.28], and current or prior treatment with biologicals [OR = 1.42]. The majority of patients reported that the primary responsibility to ensure vaccine completion lies with the patient [41.7%] and the family physician [32.3%]. Uncertainty about indications, fears of side effects, and concerns regarding vaccine safety were the most commonly reported reasons for non-uptake [22.0%, 20.7%, and 5.3%, respectively]. CONCLUSIONS Uptake of recommended vaccines among IBD patients is suboptimal. Annual vaccination reviews by both family physician and gastroenterologist may improve vaccine uptake. Interventions targeted at improving vaccination uptake in IBD patients are needed.
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Affiliation(s)
- Gurtej Malhi
- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
| | - Mark S Silverberg
- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
| | - Geoffrey C Nguyen
- Mount Sinai Hospital Centre for Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Toronto, ON, Canada Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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