Ulcerative colitis.

The clinical symptoms of ulcerative colitis are described and three main points are emphasized: 1. The importance of associated diseases of ulcerative colitis (hepatic involvement, arthropathy, skin affections, uveitis and thyroiditis). 2. The importance of psychopathological conflicts in the pathogenesis and treatment of the disease. 3. The necessity to have a well-balanced team of pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, psychologists or psychotherapists, pathologists, social workers and stoma therapists for optimal therapy.