The Role of Environmental Factors in the Development of Celiac Disease: What Is New?

Celiac disease (CD) is a systemic immune-mediated disorder caused by the ingestion of gluten-containing grains in genetically susceptible persons. It is one of the most common lifelong disorders, affecting approximately 1% of the general population. The prevalence of CD has increased in developed...

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Main Authors: Elena Lionetti, Carlo Catassi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-10-01
Series:Diseases
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9721/3/4/282