Table 1 Decisions for using azathioprine
Decisions | All Patients with AZA | <1.0 mg/kg group | 1.0-2.0 mg/kg group | P- value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
(n = 77) | (n = 39) | (n = 38) | ||
Gastrointestinal stricture/obstruction | 37 | 19 | 18 | 0.854 |
Fistulizing CD | 22 | 10 | 12 | |
Frequent relapse | 15 | 8 | 7 | |
Moderate to severe CD | 10 | 4 | 6 | |
Prevention of postoperative recurrence | 6 | 2 | 4 | |
Steroid-sparing agent for steroid-dependent or steroid-refractory | 6 | 4 | 2 |