Efficacy of cytapheresis for remission induction and dermatological manifestations of ulcerative colitis

ConclusionsIn this retrospective efficacy evaluation, cytapheresis was effective as remission induction therapy with steroid sparing effect and desirable safety profile. Further, patients with EN or PG responded favorably to cytapheresis.

Source: Journal of Clinical Apheresis - June 1, 2017 Category: Hematology Authors: Osamu Nomura, Taro Osada, Tomoyoshi Shibuya, Dai Ishikawa, Keiichi Haga, Tomohiro Kodani, Naoto Sakamoto, Tatsuo Ogihara, Ken Yamaji, Sumio Watanabe Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research