Crohn's Disease

Paper Summary:

The paper discusses Crohn's disease and describes the physiology of the disease, relates where it occurs, its incidences, the population groups that are affected and its prognosis.

Outline:
Historical information and background of Crohn's Disease
Brief pathophysiology given showing connection to manifestations, signs and symptoms of the patient
Laboratory and radiological findings of patient
Progression, course, prognosis and sequellae of the disorder
Current research and future trends as related to the studied disorder

From the Paper:

"The disease affects men and women in equal numbers. There is a strong genetic component to Crohn's, as it seems to run in some families. About 20 percent of people with Crohn's disease have a close blood relative with some form of inflammatory bowel disease, "most often a brother or sister and sometimes a parent or child" ("Crohn's disease," 2006, NIH). Crohn's disease can occur at any age "but it is more often diagnosed in people between the ages of 20 and 30. People of Jewish heritage have an increased risk of developing Crohn's disease, and African Americans are at decreased risk for developing Crohn's disease" ("Crohn's disease," 2006, NIH). "Recently a gene called NOD2 has been identified as being associated with Crohn's disease. "

Sample of Sources Used:

• "Crohn's disease." (Feb 2006). NIH Publication No. 06-3410. Retrieved 12 Apr 2008 at http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/crohns/#what
• Gardner, Amanda. (22 Feb 2008). "Aggressive therapy for Crohn's disease produces better outcomes." Medicinenet. Retrieved 12 Apr 2008 at http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=87375
• Lee, Dennis. (2008). "Crohn's disease." Medicinenet. Jay W. Marks (Ed.). Previous contributing author Lori Kam. Retrieved 12 Apr 2008 at http://www.medicinenet.com/crohns_disease/article.htm

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