University of Houston biologists have discovered that repurposed cancer drugs may repair the gut barrier in Crohn's disease patients, shifting treatment focus from symptom management to addressing the underlying cause.
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Repurposed cancer drugs may help repair gut barrier in Crohn's disease

Approximately 1 Million people Americans with Crohn's disease
Addressing Underlying Cause Rather Than Symptoms shift in focus Treatment approach
Repurposed Cancer Drugs To Repair Gut Barrier innovation Mechanism
Chronic Inflammatory Bowel Disease disease type
1 Million affected Americans