Pathology and Clinical Significance of Inflammatory Bowel Disease-Associated Colorectal Dysplastic Lesions

Timely diagnosis and effective management of colorectal dysplasia play a vital role in preventing mortality from colorectal cancer in patients with chronic inflammatory bowel disease . This review provides a contemporary overview of the pathologic and endoscopic classification of dysplasia in inflammatory bowel disease, their roles in determining surveillance and management algorithms, and emerging diagnostic and therapeutic approaches that might further enhance patient management.