Non-invasive assessment of Crohn's disease complications by High Resolution Ultrasound

Problemstellung: Currently, endoscopy, computed tomography or laparoscopy are the preferred techniques for assessing complications (stenosis, fistula, abscess) of Crohn's disease but these are invasive or utilizing ionizing radiation. Since patients with Crohn's disease may require frequent evaluation, there is a high need for a non-invasive method. In recent years, transabdominal ultrasound has been proposed as a method to assess Crohn's disease complications. The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate High Resolution Ultrasound by blinded comparison with the current diagnostic standard. Patienten und Me…