Crohn's disease has a broad spectrum of symptoms. Its management is complex frequently requiring surgical intervention. Laparoscopic surgery revolutioned the treatment of intestinal diseases, demonstrating superiority over conventional access in several pathologies, including colorectal cancer. Due to its inflammatory nature, Crohn's disease remains a barrier to laparoscopic access. Controversy and discussion still persist: Is it safe? What are the group of patients that will benefit? Aren't conversion rates extremely high? Can it be performed for complicated forms of the disease? This revision presents the most recent data avaliable concerning Crohn and laparoscopy.
Crohn's Disease; Inflammatory Bowel Disease; laparoscopy
