Overview
This study will collect longitudinal biological samples and survey data to identify the triggers of IBD flares.
Description
This is a longitudinal observational study whose goals are to identify:
Microbial and human molecular triggers of IBD relapses, Microbial and human molecular pathways strongly associated with flares that could be targeted with nutrition with a therapeutic potential, Biomarkers of IBD for Dx purposes, Identify microbial functions associated with release of BH4.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Patient at Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC) Hospital, under care of Dr. Vivian Menegassi
Exclusion Criteria:
- Cancer Diagnosis/Treatment
- Under 18 years old