Event Title

Celiac Disease Symptoms in Athletes: Prevalence and Indicators of Perceived Quality of Life

Location

Hart 113

Start Time

13-5-2016 2:20 PM

End Time

13-5-2016 2:50 PM

Description

Celiac disease is common in the general U.S. population, however prevalence and psychosocial consequences are unknown in collegiate athletics, which could compromise quality of care. We aimed to determine the prevalence of celiac disease in collegiate athletic populations in addition to studying signs and symptoms consistent with celiac disease and psychosocial indicators affecting quality of life. Results and clinical implications are discussed.

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Moderator: Minae Savas

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May 13th, 2:20 PM May 13th, 2:50 PM

Celiac Disease Symptoms in Athletes: Prevalence and Indicators of Perceived Quality of Life

Hart 113

Celiac disease is common in the general U.S. population, however prevalence and psychosocial consequences are unknown in collegiate athletics, which could compromise quality of care. We aimed to determine the prevalence of celiac disease in collegiate athletic populations in addition to studying signs and symptoms consistent with celiac disease and psychosocial indicators affecting quality of life. Results and clinical implications are discussed.