Laparoscopy for Crohn's disease in children.
Traditionally, the diagnosis of Crohn's disease is established by colonoileoscopy and radiology. With these techniques the main area of interest, the distal ileum, is not easily reached. Also, the outer aspect of the bowel is ignored and there is no appreciation of the involvement of other intra-abdominal organs. Laparoscopy provides additional information. This may establish a more precise diagnosis, better standardization in comparative studies, and more specific therapy.
Schier
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Department of Pediatric Surgery, University Medical Center Jena, Bachstrasse. 18, D-07740 Jena, Germany.
Kähler
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Kauf
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D003424:Crohn Disease / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D010535:Laparoscopy