Knowledge and perspectives towards the use of histology in inflammatory bowel disease by gastroenterologists across the Asia-Pacific region.

ABSTRACT:

Background/aims

Recently, histological mucosal assessment has gained momentum as a potential new treatment target for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the Asia-Pacific region. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the knowledge and acceptability of histological assessment among gastroenterologists across the region.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey among gastroenterologists in the Asia-Pacific region was conducted and compared against a previous Australian survey. The questionnaire assessed knowledge and attitude towards the role and application of histology in IBD practice. Statistical analyses were employed to compare scores and identify predictors.

Results

A total of 221 gastroenterologists from 12 countries, including 77 (34.8%) from Australia,

SUBMITTER: Chaemsupaphan T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12332288 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature