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Summary of the Treatment for Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease
| Medicine | Ulcerative Colitis (%) N = 430 | Crohn’s Disease (%) N = 286 |
|---|---|---|
| 5-ASA | 389 (90.5) | 146 (51.2) |
| Steroid | 100 (23.3) | 69 (24.2) |
| Immune suppressor | 6 (1.4) | 84 (29.4) |
| Infliximab | 11 (2.6) | 142 (49.7) |
| Enteral nutrition | 20 (4.7) | 67 (23.4) |
| Surgery | 8 (1.9) | 143 (46.9) |
Abbreviation: 5-ASA, 5-aminosalicylic acid.
