MM089- Optimizing the Management of Crohn's Disease in the Era of Biologics - Despite an array of effective treatment options, the long-term management of Crohn's disease often is marked by a relapsing-remitting course and significant complications such as strictures, fistulas, extraintestinal manifestations, and colorectal cancer. Indeed, surgical intervention is required in most patients receiving standard sequential therapies for Crohn's disease. This situation has prompted an earnest reappraisal of optimal approaches to therapy, with the goal of improving the delivery of care to patients with this challenging condition.

SR0926- Clostridium difficile Infection Challenges and Controversies - Recent research suggests that US surveillance of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is poor, and that many facilities do not adhere to optimal infection control practices. Failure to identify and manage outbreaks of CDI can lead to more widespread infection, higher associated costs, and increased mortality. It is critical that health care professionals are aware of the most current methods of CDI surveillance, diagnosis, and treatment, with the goal of reducing the incidence, severity, and mortality rates associated with this serious condition.