Thromboembolism in inflammatory bowel disease

Thromboembolism represents a severe complication of inflammatory bowel dise ase occurring in young patient, with active disease. Deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are the most frequent thromboembolism manifestation s. Arterial complications and unusual sites for thromboembolism are more ra re. Overall, inflammatory bowel disease is a real prothrombotic state as al most all parameters of coagulation are enhanced. Anticoagulation during the episode of thromboembolism is mandatory, and sometimes may ameliorate the course of inflammatory bowel disease.