ProciseDx point-of-care platform for inflammatory bowel disease

Equality considerations

NICE is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, eliminating unlawful discrimination and fostering good relations between people with particular protected characteristics and others.

There were no equality issues identified related to using ProciseDx. People of any age can get inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), but it is usually diagnosed in those aged between 15 and 40 years. It is more likely to occur in people with a family member with the condition. IBD is more common in people with a European family background. Prevalence rates are similar in men and women.

IBD is a lifelong condition that can have periods of remission and relapse. It can affect a person's social and psychological wellbeing and reduce quality of life. People with IBD also have higher risk of developing other conditions, such as colorectal cancer, osteoporosis and anaemia. Age, race and disability are protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.