Stricturing phenotype is associated with an increased risk of postoperative surgical recurrence in isolated small bowel Crohn’s disease

Key Points

• To evaluate the risk of postoperative surgical recurrence in Crohn’s disease based on stricturing phenotype.
• Analyzed patients with isolated small bowel Crohn’s disease.
• Identified cases with stricturing phenotype and postoperative outcomes.
• Assessed the need for prophylactic strategies after surgery.
• Stricturing phenotype is associated with increased risk of surgical recurrence.
• Patients with this phenotype may require enhanced preventative measures after surgery.