Introduction of 6-Mercaptopurine in Crohn's Disease Patients During the Perioperative Period: A Preliminary Evaluation of Recurrence of Disease

Abstract

Although the underlying pathophysiologic reasons leading to the high relapse rate after intestinal surgery in Crohn's disease are unknown, we conclude that treatment with 6-mercaptopurine in the perioperative period may be warranted to help prevent the recurrence of Crohn's disease after surgery.