A novel biomarker for prediction of atrial fibrillation susceptibility in patients with celiac disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Celiac disease (CD), a serious autoimmune disorder that occurs in people who are genetically predisposed, is induced by dietary gluten intake and affects primarily the small intestine. Many studies have identified an increased risk of cardiovascular problems in patients with CD. Moreover, these patients are susceptible to certain liver diseases, as well as fibrosis.

Objective

The aim of this study was to assess the presence of fibrosis using the De Ritis ratio, determining its effect on the electromechanical features of the left atrium and its susceptibility to atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with CD.

Methods

A total of 97 patients diagnosed with CD by antibody test and biopsy were included in this prospective study. Two groups were created from these

SUBMITTER: Kucukseymen S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5760044 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature