Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology
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J. Gastroenterol. Hepatol. · Jul 2019
Comparative StudyRegional variations in the use of biologics and immunomodulators among Korean patients with inflammatory bowel diseases.
Variation in medical care can be an obstacle to improving quality and outcome of treatment. We conducted a nationwide, population-based study to identify regional variations in medication prescription rates in Korean patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs). ⋯ Regional variation exists in medication prescription rates within a single city as well as nationwide, suggesting that standardization of IBD treatment is necessary in Korea.