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World J Gastroenterol. Sep 21, 2024; 30(35): 3954-3958
Published online Sep 21, 2024. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v30.i35.3954
Delayed diagnosis in inflammatory bowel disease: Time to consider solutions
Hao Lv, Hao-Yu Li, Hao-Nan Zhang, Yang Liu
Hao Lv, Hao-Yu Li, Hao-Nan Zhang, Yang Liu, Department of General Surgery, Xi'an Jiaotong University Second Affiliated Hospital, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi Province, China
Co-first authors: Hao Lv and Hao-Yu Li.
Author contributions: Lv H and Li HY contribute equally to this study as co-first authors. Liu Y designed the overall concept and outline of the manuscript; Lv H drafted and submitted the manuscript; Li HY edited the manuscript; Zhang HN reviewed the manuscript; all authors revised and approved the final manuscript.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors reported no relevant conflicts of interest for this article.
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Corresponding author: Yang Liu, MD, Academic Editor, Associate Professor, Doctor, Surgeon, Department of General Surgery, Xi'an Jiaotong University Second Affiliated Hospital, No. 157 Xiwulu, Xi'an 710004, Shaanxi Province, China. liu-yang@xjtu.edu.cn
Received: July 8, 2024
Revised: August 18, 2024
Accepted: September 3, 2024
Published online: September 21, 2024
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, is a chronic intestinal condition. Early diagnosis is vital but often delayed owing to nonspecific symptoms and limited diagnostic tools. Delayed diagnosis exacerbates symptoms, increases risks such as cancer, and reduces quality of life. To improve outcomes, early diagnosis through enhanced physician awareness, patient education, and the development of advanced diagnostic methods is crucial.