Laura
The blood tests show high levels of white blood cells and the colonoscopy shows clear evidence of tissue damage.
In the final presentation the team should:
- make a diagnosis using their knowledge of the organ system involved to explain why the symptoms occur
- present a cost effective treatment plan that takes into account the social, ethical and economical considerations of the treatment options and site the advantages and disadvantages of monoclonal antibodies or stem cell transplants as possible treatments
- counsel the patient on why lifestyle changes are so important.