Trends in Faecal Zonulin Concentrations in Paediatric Patients with Celiac Disease at Baseline and on a Gluten-Free Diet: Exploring Correlations with Other Faecal Biomarkers
Celiac disease (CeD) is an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten in genetically predisposed individuals, affecting all ages. Intestinal permeability (IP) is crucial in the pathogenesis of CeD and it is primarily governed by tight junctions (TJs) that uphold the intestinal barrier’s integrity. The...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2024-02-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/5/684 |