“…For example, the relationship between DPPIV and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) has been determined in a vast number of publications. ,− However, the defined role of DPPIV in the process of IBD remains unclear, and several mechanisms have been proposed, including the changing of the immune response at systemic and local levels , and the degradation of glucagon-like peptide-2 (GLP-2), , a potent and specific gastrointestinal growth factor. Although there are still some inconsistencies, most studies observed that DPPIV inhibition could lead to the alleviation of IBD, ,− suggesting a potential and novel approach to treat IBD.…”