Crohn's disease is characterized by:
A. Sharply demarcated granulomatous skip lesions of the bowel
B. Ulcerative lesions of the mucosal layer of the colon
C. Increased risk of colon cancer
D. Lack of systemic involvement
Answer: A. Sharply demarcated granulomatous skip lesions of the bowel
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