Celiac disease: a multisystem autoimmune disorder.

Robin Meize-Grochowski

Journal: Gastroenterology nursing : the official journal of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates 2006;28(5):394-402; quiz 403-4

PMID: 16234635

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Abstract

Just a few years ago, celiac disease was thought to be relatively rare in the United States, but recent data suggest celiac disease may affect 3 million Americans of all ages, many of whom have no diagnosis of the disease. With increased awareness of this disease among adult and pediatric primary care providers, there undoubtedly will be an increase in the number of persons being evaluated for celiac disease in outpatient diagnostic centers and gastroenterology practices. Gastroenterology nurses, therefore, need to have a thorough understanding of celiac disease to fully participate as members of the multidisciplinary team required to manage this challenging disease. This article discusses the pathogenesis, prevalence, diagnosis, clinical manifestations, management, and complications of celiac disease.

Address: UNM Health Sciences Center, College of Nursing, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131-0001, USA. [email protected]

DOI: 10.1097/00001610-200509000-00005

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MeSH Terms: Autoimmune Diseases, Celiac Disease, Diet, Female, Glutens, Humans, Male, Nurse's Role, Nursing Research, Nursing, Team, Prevalence, Prognosis, Risk Assessment, Severity of Illness Index, Treatment Outcome