Washington, Feb 11 : Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute claim to have identified a genetic mutation that may be responsible for causing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

They said that mutation in Mbtps1 gene might contribute to IBD in humans.

Washington, Dec 9 : University of Edinburgh researchers have identified a potential therapeutic target that may hold a key to new therapies for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

They believe a chemical messenger that is essential for developing a baby''s gut in the womb could hold the key to new treatments for painful the bowel disorders.