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Publication Name World Journal of Meta-Analysis
Manuscript ID 108681
Country United Kingdom
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ISSN 2308-3840 (online)
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Category Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type Meta-Analysis
Article Title Reevaluating aminosalicylates role in maintaining remission in ulcerative colitis: Systematic review and meta-analysis in the era of biologics
Manuscript Source Invited Manuscript
All Author List Themba Mudege and Jonathan Soldera
Funding Agency and Grant Number
Corresponding Author Jonathan Soldera, PhD, Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Pontypridd, Cardiff CF37 1DL, United Kingdom. jonathansoldera@gmail.com
Key Words Colitis ulcerative; Mesalamine; Remission induction; Biological therapy; Sulfasalazine
Core Tip Oral 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA) has long been a cornerstone treatment for maintaining remission in ulcerative colitis (UC). This systematic review and meta-analysis of 44 randomized controlled trials, involving nearly 10000 patients, demonstrates that 5-ASA is significantly more effective than placebo in sustaining remission in quiescent UC, with a favorable safety profile. Despite the emergence of advanced therapies such as biologics and small molecules, 5-ASA remains a viable and cost-effective option. These findings underscore the enduring relevance of 5-ASA and highlight the need for tailored therapeutic approaches in the modern management of UC.
Publish Date 2025-12-18 05:53
Citation

Mudege T, Soldera J. Reevaluating aminosalicylates role in maintaining remission in ulcerative colitis: Systematic review and meta-analysis in the era of biologics. World J Meta-Anal 2025; 13(4): 108681

URL https://www.wjgnet.com/2308-3840/full/v13/i4/108681.htm
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.13105/wjma.v13.i4.108681
Full Article (PDF) WJMA-13-108681-with-cover.pdf
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