Review
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World J Gastroenterol. Dec 14, 2005; 11(46): 7227-7236
Published online Dec 14, 2005. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v11.i46.7227
Table 3 Extraintestinal complications in IBD and principal pathogenetic mechanisms of arthritis
Extraintestinal
complications in IBDPrincipal pathogenetic mechanisms of arthritis
AnemiaIron deficiency, inflammation
Thromboembolic eventsHypercoagulopathies, platelet activation
OsteopathySteroid therapy, vitamin D deficiency inflammation
Growth failureMalnutrition
NephrolithiasisDehydration, hyperoxaluria, low urinary PH
CholelithiasisIntestinal loss of bile acids
AmyloidosisAcute phase reaction, chronic inflammation
Fatty liverMalnutrition