Evaluation of screening for coeliac disease in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis

ConclusionWe found a point prevalence of CD close to previous described prevalence in the general population of Swedish children. Therefore, general screening for CD in children with JIA is not supported by our data. However, this study shows that asymptomatic CD in children with JIA may be found by screening.

Source: Acta Paediatrica - November 9, 2018 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Anders Öman, Tony Hansson, Martin Carlsson, Lillemor Berntson Tags: Regular Article Source Type: research