Maternal inflammatory bowel disease, racial diversity and adverse birth outcomes

Background: Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used to describe two conditions, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), that currently have no definite cure. The incidence of IBD worldwide has increased, frequently affecting women during their reproductive years. Objectives: This study examines the association of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (UC) with adverse pregnancy outcomes and looks...