Is use of exclusive enteral nutrition just as effective as corticosteroids in newly diagnosed pediatric Crohn 's disease?
EEN has similar efficacy to corticosteroids; however, EEN may lead to better BMD accrual. EEN should be preferred to corticosteroids as first-line therapy for induction of remission in pediatric CD.
DP for metastatic disease should be considered in selected patients for alleviation of the symptoms and prolongation of survival, as long as this operation is performed by experienced surgeons who can achieve minimal morbidity and mortality.