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  • Glossary item | Last updated: 03 Feb 2021

Coeliac disease

Coeliac disease is a life-long autoimmune systemic disorder triggered by gluten and similar cereal storage proteins present in wheat, rye and barley. Its prevalence is estimated to be 0.5 to 1 %. A gluten-free diet is the conventional treatment.