A child presents with perianal symptoms - how often is this Crohn's disease?
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Retrospective study of 1,140 children with perianal symptoms found 3% were later diagnosed with Crohn's disease. Highest-risk patients were males aged 10+ with perianal fistulas (35% incidence), warranting expedited IBD workup when these features are present.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. A child presents with perianal symptoms - how often is this Crohn's disease?. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2020-11-19. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/3325
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