Abstract:BACKGROUND:
Evidence suggests that IBD is related to an increased risk of depressive disorder and suicide.
OBJECTIVES:
Whether IBD is an independent risk factor for suicide remains unclear.
DESIGN:
A matched cohort study design.
SETTINGS:
Taiwan National Health Insurance Research Database.
PATIENTS:
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“…We acknowledge bowel dysfunction in these patients but do not realize how this impacts other facets of their lives. Wang et al 6 described a higher risk of attempted suicide in patients with IBD compared to a control group apparently matched for the presence of depressive disorders.…”
Section: Ensure Healthy Lives and Promote Well-being For All At All Agesmentioning
“…We acknowledge bowel dysfunction in these patients but do not realize how this impacts other facets of their lives. Wang et al 6 described a higher risk of attempted suicide in patients with IBD compared to a control group apparently matched for the presence of depressive disorders.…”
Section: Ensure Healthy Lives and Promote Well-being For All At All Agesmentioning
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