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ICN Research Explained: High body mass index and response to anti-tumor necrosis factor therapy in pediatric Crohn’s disease

ICN Research Explained: High body mass index and response to anti-tumor necrosis factor therapy in pediatric Crohn’s disease

Obesity is common among patients with pediatric Crohn’s disease (PCD). Some adult studies suggest obese patients respond less well to anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) treatment. This study compares anti-TNF response and anti-TNF levels between pediatric patients with normal and high body mass index (BMI).

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