A Case of Crohn’s Disease with Improvement after Azathioprine-Induced Pancytopenia

A Case of Crohn’s Disease with Improvement after Azathioprine-Induced Pancytopenia

The immunosuppressant azathioprine (AZA) is widely used in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) for both inducing and maintaining remission. However, the adverse effects of AZA can often necessitate a dose reduction or discontinuation. Bone marrow suppression is one of the most serious...

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Main Authors: Yong Sung Choi, Jung Pil Suh, Kee Ho Song, Jae Bum Lee, Doo Seok Lee, In Taek Lee, Do Sun Kim, Doo Han Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Karger Publishers 2011-07-01
Series:Case Reports in Gastroenterology
Subjects:
Pancytopenia
Crohnߣs disease
Improvement
Online Access:http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/329707

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