Initiation and Tapering of Corticosteroids
This Clinical Care Pathway is a tool for IBD providers to manage routine steroid therapy, including induction, maintenance, tapering, and monitoring for side effects to minimize the risk of repeat corticosteroid use in the treatment of IBD.
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Disclaimer: Clinical care pathways are not a substitute for the personalized judgement and care of a trained healthcare professional.
Clare McCabe-Woodrow, RN (Alberta Health Services) and Dr. Cynthia Seow (University of Calgary) led the review and update for the current version of this IBD Clinical Care Pathway.
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