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SynthesisJournal of Crohn's & colitis2026

TL1A as a therapeutic renaissance in inflammatory bowel disease: a systematic review from molecular mechanisms to clinical translation.

Raymond Fueng-Hin Liang, Cecilia Lina Pugliano, Robert Hughes, Snehali Majumder, Antonio Lo Bello, Marietta Iacucci, Subrata Ghosh

Abstract readSystematic Review
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Synthesis in Journal of Crohn's & colitis, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

  1. Review
  2. TL1A inhibitors in inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review of phase 2 clinical trials.Saudi journal of gastroenterology : official journal of the Saudi Gastroenterology Association · 2026
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Raymond Fueng-Hin LiangAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.
Cecilia Lina PuglianoAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.ORCID 0009-0009-6043-3231
Robert HughesAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.ORCID 0009-0000-8237-5508
Snehali MajumderAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.
Antonio Lo BelloAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.
Marietta IacucciAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.ORCID 0000-0002-3142-9550
Subrata GhoshAPC Microbiome Ireland, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

BACKGROUND AND

aimsDespite major therapeutic advances, many patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) continue to experience inadequate treatment response, progressive disease, and irreversible complications requiring surgery. Current management is constrained by a biological efficacy ceiling and lack of agents directly targeting key drivers of fibrosis and barrier dysfunction. This systematic review synthesizes current knowledge on tumor necrosis factor-like cytokine 1A (TL1A) and death-domain receptor 3 (DR3) signaling pathways, critically evaluates the therapeutic potential of TL1A-targeted interventions, and explores future directions for precision medicine applications in IBD care.

methodsA comprehensive systematic search of PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane library, Web of Science, and ClinicalTrials.gov was conducted according to PRISMA guidelines. Three independent reviewers screened preclinical and clinical studies using Rayyan software. Study selection, data extraction, and quality assessment were performed in duplicate. Eligible studies underwent narrative thematic synthesis.

resultsOf 250 studies identified, 63 met inclusion criteria. Preclinical data consistently demonstrate TL1A-DR3 signaling drives inflammation, fibrosis, and barrier dysfunction. Phase 2 clinical trials showed anti-TL1A monoclonal antibodies (Tulisokibart, Afimkibart, Duvakitug) achieved clinical remission/response rates between 26% and 66% in patients with moderate-to-severe IBD at 12-14 weeks, with favorable safety profiles. Emerging themes include extended dosing intervals, therapeutic benefit in treatment-refractory populations, potential anti-fibrotic effects, and opportunities for biomarker-guided patient stratification.

conclusionTL1A inhibitors represent a promising novel therapeutic class with dual anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic properties, addressing critical unmet clinical needs in IBD. These agents hold the potential to become cornerstone therapies in the evolving landscape of precision medicine for IBD care.

Indexed as

Inflammatory Bowel DiseasesTumor Necrosis Factor Ligand Superfamily Member 15AnimalsAntibodies, MonoclonalFibrosisHumansReceptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor, Member 25Signal TransductionTranslational Research, BiomedicalAntibodies, MonoclonalReceptors, Tumor Necrosis Factor, Member 25TNFRSF25 protein, humanTNFSF15 protein, humanTumor Necrosis Factor Ligand Superfamily Member 15anti-fibroticanti-TL1Ainflammatory bowel diseaseprecision medicine

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PMID42166713
PMCPMC13193586

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