Cutaneous manifestations in celiac disease.

L Abenavoli, I Proietti, L Leggio, A Ferrulli, L Vonghia, R Capizzi, M Rotoli, P L Amerio, G Gasbarrini, G Addolorato

Journal: World journal of gastroenterology 2006;12(6):843-52

PMID: 16521210

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Abstract

Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune gluten-dependent enteropathy characterized by atrophy of intestinal villi that improves after gluten-free diet (GFD). CD is often associated with extra-intestinal manifestations; among them, several skin diseases are described in CD patients. The present review reports all CD-associated skin manifestations described in the literature and tries to analyze the possible mechanisms involved in this association. The opportunity to evaluate the possible presence of CD in patients affected by skin disorders is discussed.

Address: Institute of Internal Medicine, Catholic University, L.go Gemelli 8, 00168 Rome, Italy.

DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v12.i6.843

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MeSH Terms: Celiac Disease, Dermatitis, Erythema Nodosum, Humans, Psoriasis, Skin, Skin Diseases, Urticaria, Vasculitis, Vitiligo