IBD treatment has evolved towards biologic therapy, which seeks to target specific immune and biochemical abnormalities at the molecular and cellular level. Improved understanding of the pathogenesis of IBD has suggested future drug biologic targets, which are currently being investigated. This Review article discusses the potentials and pitfalls of biologic therapy for IBD as this field advances at a rapid pace.
- Gil Y. Melmed
- Stephan R. Targan