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    2008
    High Quality

    Omega-3 free fatty acids for the maintenance of remission in Crohn disease: the EPIC randomized controlled trials

    Feagan BG, Sandborn WJ, Mittmann U

    Published in JAMA

    Methodology

    Two randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials of omega-3 free fatty acids for maintenance of remission.

    Key Findings

    Relapse rates did not differ significantly between omega-3 and placebo in either trial.

    Conclusions

    Omega-3 fatty acids are not effective for maintaining remission in Crohn's disease.

    Limitations

    Applies to maintenance, not induction of remission.

    Supplements Studied

    Omega-3 free fatty acids were not effective for the prevention of relapse in Crohn disease.

    Related Health Concerns

    Crohn's Disease

    Study Details

    Year:2008
    Sample Size:738
    Duration:52 weeks
    Quality Score:9/10

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