From Pathology to Treatment: Reviewing Clinical Management Strategies for Distal Ulcerative Colitis
Kosisochukwu T. Okwunweze, Arube R. Egbo, Tochukwu W. Okahia, Msuurshima C. Asue, Eunice T. Aregbesola, Rejoice C.A. Obike, Kenneth N. Akpa, Abolore Aminat Ajakaye, Nwamaka C. Onubogu, Chibuzor F. Anyanwu, Arinze J. Uwakwe, Omoyelemi F. Idowu, Olaniyi S. Adedayo, John A. Eze & Samuel O. Eze · Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology · 2025
Background: Distal ulcerative colitis (DUC), a subtype of ulcerative colitis (UC), primarily affects the rectum and sigmoid colon. The global incidence of UC varies significantly, with the highest prevalence in North America and Europe. Peak onset occurs between ages 15–30, with...