A Treat-to-Target Approach in IBD: Contemporary Real-World Perspectives from an International Survey.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The management of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) varies due to differences in healthcare systems, treatment costs, access to diagnostics, and diverse clinical practices between specialists. Despite the frequent advocacy of a treat-to-target (T2T) approach, there is insufficient clarity on how clinicians implement T2T in real-world settings. We aim to conduct a large, global survey among IBD experts to identify current practices in management. Methods: A prospective, cross-sectional study was conducted using a 16-item survey divided into two sections-for ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn's disease (CD)-and distributed to practicing IBD clinicians. Results: A total of 261 respondents from 88 countries participated in the survey, with the majority

SUBMITTER: Sharip MT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11818273 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature