Demographic, clinical, and biochemical characteristics of patients
| Parameter | Median (min−max) | n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| CDAI, Crohn's disease activity index. | ||
| Female | 11 (29.7) | |
| Age (y) | 34 (20–71) | |
| Duration of CD (months) | 72 (1–256) | |
| Previous surgery | 16 (43.2) | |
| CD intestinal location | ||
| Small bowel only | 21 (56.8) | |
| Small bowel and colon | 16 (43.2) | |
| Radiographic evidence of stenosis | 34 (91.9) | |
| Radiographic evidence of abscesses | 9 (24.3) | |
| Active disease (CDAI >150) | 21 (56.8) | |
| CDAI (best) | 207 (50–432) | 34 |
| C reactive protein (ng/ml) | 3.5 (0.2–18.5) | 36 |