Prevalence of thyroid autoimmunity in first-degree relatives of patients with celiac disease

ConclusionFDRs of patients with CeD have 3-fold higher risk of developing autoimmune thyroid disorders and associated thyroid dysfunction. Therefore, it is advisable for early screening of FDRs for CeD and associated thyroid autoimmune through screening measures.
Source: Indian Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research