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Treatment goal choices.
| Short-term goals (ST) | Long- term goals (LT) |
|---|---|
| Symptom free | Prevention of future surgery |
| Improved functioning at home/ work | Prevention of future complications due to long term use of medication |
| Better quality of life (QOL) | No steroids (prednisone) |
| Normal colonoscopy | Prevention of flares |
