This study suggests a probable association of the Fok I polymorphism in VDR receptor gene and Crohn's susceptibility in Iranian population.

This study suggests that C3435T polymorphism of the MDR1 gene has an association with ulcerative colitis in Iranian population as previously reported in western countries.

BD specialists could use such decision trees to reduce substantially the number of patients referred for bone densitometry and potentially save resources.

Eight novel mutations were identified in the NOD2 exons, but the pathophysiological importance of these variants remains unclear. Iranian patients with their different genetic reservoirs may demonstrate some novel characteristics for disease susceptibility.