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07/05/2024 | News release | Archived content
Breaking ground: Gastroenterology’s special issue explores celiac disease with new perspectives and innovations
Gastroenterology has released a specialissue in honor ofthe fresh modern era that celiac disease is entering. The special issueincludes a collection of articles,selected by editorsElena F. Verdu, MD, PhDof McMaster Universityand Peter H.R. Green, MDof Columbia University, that will unveil new perspectives on celiac disease and aid in diagnostics, preventionand new therapies.
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Patient and Community Health Global Burdern in a World with More Celiac Disease
This article highlights the global prevalence and challenges in diagnosing celiac disease, underscoring the need for improved awareness.
The Economic Iceberg of Celiac Disease: More Than the Cost of Gluten-Free Food
This article explores the broader socioeconomic impacts of celiac disease beyond the commonly perceivedcost of gluten-free food, highlighting the need for comprehensive consideration of its economic burden.
How Future Pharmacologic Therapies for Celiac Disease Will Complement the Gluten-Free Diet
This article discussesthe ongoing search for effective drug therapies for celiac disease, underscoring the need for alternative treatment options in clinical practice.
Nutrition Assessment and Management in Celiac Disease
This article reviews the nutritional challenges associated with adherence to a gluten-free diet for those with celiac disease, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to managethe condition.