Numbers and Features of Patients With a Diagnosis of Celiac Disease Without Duodenal Biopsy, Based on a National Survey

According to guidelines, individuals with symptoms of celiac disease should undergo duodenal biopsy analysis to establish a diagnosis, but little is known about physician adherence to these guidelines. We used a patient-powered research network (PPRN) to compare demographics, diagnoses, symptoms, and treatment between groups of patients with celiac disease diagnosed by biopsy analysis and patients with a diagnosis based on results of serology tests.

Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - September 10, 2018 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Andrew M. Joelson, Marilyn G. Geller, Haley M. Zylberberg, Peter H.R. Green, Benjamin Lebwohl Source Type: research