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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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-10-01
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Series: | Diseases |
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Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2079-9721/3/4/282 |