What is Enteritis Associated Arthritis?

Enteritis Associated Arthritis
A: Medium-power photomicrograph of the colon showing a small epithelioid granuloma (arrow) (Hematoxylin and eosin stain. B: Low-power photomicrograph of bone marrow showing a hypercellular marrow with an epithelioid granuloma (arrow) (Hematoxylin and eosin stain). Is it Crohn's disease? A severe systemic granulomatous reaction to sulfasalazine in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis: Quallich LG, Greenson J, Haftel HM, Fontana RJ - BMC gastroenterology (2001). Not altered. CC.

Enteritis-associated arthritis is a type of chronic, inflammatory arthritis associated with inflammatory bowel disease. 

What is the Pathology of Enteritis Associated Arthritis?

The pathology of enteritis associated arthritis is:

-Etiology: The cause of enteritis-associated arthritis is unknown at this time. 

-Genes involved: HLA-B27.

-Pathogenesis: The sequence of events that lead to enteritis-associated arthritis is not completely understood.

-Histology: The histology associated with enteritis-associated arthritis shows extensive cryptitis, crypt abscesses, and crypt destruction.

How does Enteritis Associated Arthritis Present?

Patients with enteritis-associated arthritis are typically either male or female, with arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. 

How is Enteritis Associated Arthritis Diagnosed?

Enteritis-associated arthritis is diagnosed through a complete medical examination, and laboratory tests. 

How is Enteritis Associated Arthritis Treated?

Enteritis associated arthritis is treated using corticosteroids, DMARDs, anti-TNFα, or Intra-articular injections.

What is the Prognosis of Enteritis Associated Arthritis?

The prognosis of enteritis-associated arthritis in the elderly is good, however, there is increased mortality associated with younger patients.