hrp0089p3-p223 | Growth & Syndromes P3 | ESPE2018

Coeliac Disease in Turner Syndrome More Frequent Than Expected

Ouidad Baz , Mourad Semrouni , Samia Sakher , Zerguini Safia Mimouni

Abstract: The risk of developing coeliac disease (CD) is higher in Turner syndrome (TS) than the general population, and screening has been recommended in asymptomatic individuals known to have an increased risk of developing the disease. In light of this recommendation, the aim of the study was to assess prevalence of celiac disease in Turner syndrome.Patients and methods: Serological screening of coeliac disease were performed in 85 children and adoles...