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[Beyond hypercoagulability in celiac disease]
C Álvarez-González1, J Espíldora-Hernández1, M A Sánchez-Chaparro2
1Servicio de Medicina Interna, Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Victoria, Málaga, España.
Insights
Celiac disease (CD) is linked to hypercoagulability, with increased antiphospholipid antibodies (AAF) observed in CD patients. This suggests a potential relationship between CD and antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), raising thrombotic event risks.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Gastroenterology
- Hematology
Background:
- Celiac disease (CD) is associated with a hypercoagulable state.
- Antiphospholipid antibodies (AAF) are frequently elevated in CD patients.
- Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) involves a risk of thrombotic events.
Observation:
- This study presents a descriptive case of a patient diagnosed with both CD and APS.
- The co-occurrence of these conditions highlights a potential interrelation.
Findings:
- The simultaneous diagnosis of CD and APS in this patient underscores their potential link.
- Elevated AAF in CD patients may indicate an increased susceptibility to APS.
Implications:
- Understanding the interplay between CD and APS is crucial for managing thrombotic risk.
- Further research into the shared mechanisms could lead to improved patient outcomes.
- This case emphasizes the importance of screening for APS in celiac disease patients.
Abstract:
In celiac disease (CD) there is a state of hypercoagulability and multiple factors have been found that may be involved. Cases of association of CD and antiphospholipid síndrome (APS) have been described and several observational studies have found an increase in antiphospolipid antibodies (AAF) in patients with CD, so both entities may be interrelated, increasing the risk of thrombotic events. A descriptive case of a patient who is simultaneusly diagnosed with CD and APS is presented.
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