P-021: Phenotype of paediatric IBD in a Southeast Asian population

Distribution of branchial anomalies in a paediatric Asian population.

INTRODUCTION The objective of the present study was to review the distribution and incidence of branchial anomalies in an Asian paediatric population and highlight the challenges involved in the diagnosis of branchial anomalies. METHODS This was a retrospective chart review of all paediatric patients who underwent surgery for branchial anomalies in a tertiary paediatric hospital from August 2...

Biosimilar infliximab use in paediatric IBD

BACKGROUND Biosimilar infliximab became available in the UK in 2015. Paediatric experience to date on its use is limited. We prospectively evaluated the safety and efficacy of biosimilar infliximab (Remsima) in two paediatric gastroenterology networks in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. METHODS Prospective clinical data were collected from laboratory reports, electronic patient recor...

Endoscopy in Paediatric Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Association of FAS A-670G Polymorphism and Risk of Uterine Leiomyoma in a Southeast Iranian Population

Background: Uterine leiomyoma (UL) is a benign tumor of uterine smooth muscle that affects women in reproductive ages. FAS has an important role in initial stages of apoptosis. Previous studies have shown an association between the FAS gene and tumorigenesis. In the present study, we evaluated the relationship between FAS A-670G (rs 1800682) and UL risk. Methods: The FAS gene polymorphism of...

Southeast Asian Birds in Peril