Progression of Celiac Disease in Children With Antibodies Against Tissue Transglutaminase and Normal Duodenal Architecture

Potential celiac disease is characterized by positive results from serologic tests for tissue transglutaminase antibodies (anti-TG2) but normal duodenal architecture (Marsh stages 0 –1). There is controversy over the best way to manage these patients. We investigated risk factors associated with the development of villous atrophy in children with potential celiac disease.

Source: Gastroenterology - April 8, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: R. Auricchio, R. Mandile, M.R. Del Vecchio, S. Scapaticci, M. Galatola, M.A. Maglio, V. Discepolo, E. Miele, D. Cielo, R. Troncone, L. Greco Source Type: research