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  • Celiac disease (CD) prevalence is rising in the elderly.
  • CD in older adults is often underdiagnosed due to subtle, extraintestinal symptoms.
  • Undiagnosed CD in the elderly carries risks of morbidity and mortality.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent literature on celiac disease in older adults.
  • To explore current understanding of diagnosis, complications, and management.
  • To identify knowledge gaps in the field.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies from recent years.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria and challenges in the elderly.
  • Examination of management strategies and outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Older adults present with atypical symptoms, complicating diagnosis.
  • Duodenal biopsy and serology are key diagnostic tools.
  • Refractory celiac disease and lower mucosal healing rates are concerns in this population.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding of celiac disease in the elderly is evolving.
  • Significant knowledge gaps remain regarding pathogenesis, complications, and management.
  • Further large-scale prospective studies are essential.