Journal Top Ten, Columns-Drugs & Supplements, June 2005

TITLE: 'Erythrocytes-Mediated Delivery of Dexamethasone in Steroid-Dependent IBD Patients - A Pilot Uncontrolled Study'

AUTHORS: Annese V, Latiano A, Rossi L, Lombardi G, Dallapiccola B, Serafini S, Damonte G, Andriulli A, Magnani M.

MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ten patients (five with ulcerative colitis and five with Crohn's disease) with steroid dependency ranging from 8 to 60 months were studied. Seven of them were in clinical remission, and the remaining three had mild activity. Eight patients were also under azathioprine or 6-MP for at least 6 months (range 6-24 months), while another two …