A 4-Decade Journey into Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

Advancing Understanding of IBD in the Arabian Gulf:

Since 1986, Bahrain Specialist Hospital—under the leadership of Dr. Najah Zayyani, Consultant in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine—has developed the largest database of Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis in the Arabian Gulf. This evolving research initiative, which meticulously tracks over 2,500 documented cases, provides a rare window into the clinical realities of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the region. It offers valuable insights into disease progression, treatment responses, and patient outcomes. As this project continues to grow, it sheds crucial light on the rising incidence and complex etiology of IBD—solidifying BSH’s role as a leading contributor to regional research and clinical awareness.

Explore:

• Timeline of data collection since 1986
• Trends in incidence and clinical presentation in the region
• Insights into treatment response and disease progression
• Ongoing contributions to global understanding of IBD

Be part of the journey. Discover how regional data is shaping global conversations around inflammatory bowel disease.