Getting beyond the gut: AI tool reveals hidden health risks for people with inflammatory bowel disease (Medical Xpress)

A groundbreaking study from the University of Alberta used AI and “network medicine” to map extraintestinal conditions in 30,000+ inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients. Published in npj Digital Medicine, the research reveals that 57% of IBD patients suffer from additional autoimmune, mental health, or cardiovascular conditions—often overlooked in routine GI care.Led by gastroenterologist Dr. Daniel C. Baumgart, the project offers an interactive tool to help clinicians screen beyond the gut, reinforcing that IBD is a systemic inflammatory disorder, not just a GI issue.