Article
REACH: C-cause.
Journal of Crohn's & colitis - 1 Feb 2026
Williams Stephanie, Meran Laween, McCartney Sara, Harrow Paul, Lee James C
Abstract excerpt
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) arises from a multifaceted interplay of genetic predisposition, environmental triggers, microbial dynamics, and immune dysregulation. This complex network of interacting factors disrupts gut homeostasis, leading to chronic relapsing inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. This review synthesizes the current understanding of the multifactorial causes of IBD. Central to disease...
Topics
- Humans
- Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
- Gastrointestinal Microbiome
- Immunity, Innate
- Adaptive Immunity
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
