Professor Ailsa Hart — TOpClass -Perianal Crohn’s Disease Research

About

Professor Ailsa Hart is a leading UK gastroenterologist and internationally recognised expert in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A Consultant at St Mark’s Hospital since 2007–2008 and Professor of Practice at Imperial College London, she directs the St Mark’s IBD Unit and plays major roles in global professional organisations including BSG, ECCO and IOIBD. Her clinical and research work spans Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, pouch disorders and colorectal-cancer surveillance, alongside major contributions in gut immunology, and the microbiome.

She co-founded and co-leads the TOpClass consortium with Mr Phil Tozer, collaborating with colleagues to advance research and improve treatment for patients with perianal Crohn’s disease globally.

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Publications and Events

Perianal Fistulising Crohn’s Disease – Associated anorectal and fistula cancers: Systematic Review and Expert Consensus

A global TOpClass review and expert consensus outlining the small but significant risk of anorectal and fistula-associated cancers in long-standing perianal Crohn’s disease, with practical guidance on risk awareness and prompt investigation of new or changing perianal symptoms.

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The Fistula Research Unit at St. Mark’s Hospital

Europe

City: London | Country: United Kingdom
The Fistula Research Unit at St. Mark’s Hospital is headed by Professor Ailsa Hart and Mr Phil Tozer. The centre has a strong history of championing research in the field of perianal Crohn’s Disease and progressing the medical and surgical management of perianal fistula.