European Society for the Study of Coeliac Disease (ESsCD) guideline for coeliac disease and other gluten-related disorders.

ABSTRACT: This guideline presents recommendations for the management of coeliac disease (CD) and other gluten-related disorders both in adults and children. There has been a substantial increase in the prevalence of CD over the last 50 years and many patients remain undiagnosed. Diagnostic testing, including serology and biopsy, should be performed on a gluten-containing diet. The diagnosis of CD is based on a combination of clinical, serological and histopathological data. In a group of children the diagnosis may be made without biopsy if strict criteria are available. The treatment for CD is primarily a gluten-free diet (GFD), which requires significant patient education, motivation and follow-up. Slow-responsiveness occurs frequently, particularly in those diagnosed in adulthood. Persistent or re

SUBMITTER: Al-Toma A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6545713 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature