Epidemiology and Aetiology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis — the two main types of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) — are chronic, relapsing disorders that have a significant impact at both the individual and societal level. 

This online course explains current knowledge on the epidemiology and aetiology of IBD. Authors Klaartje Bel Kok and Charles Murray highlight what is known about the worldwide incidence and prevalence of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and how environmental factors, the microbiome and genetics are thought to contribute to the immune response that culminates in the inflammation experienced by patients with IBD. 
 

Target audience

This course is suitable for gastroenterologists in training, but it is also appropriate for physicians and surgeons in other disciplines who have an interest in IBD, as well as nurses, biotechnicians and advanced-years’ medical students who have an interest in gastroenterology.