A case of dilated cardiomyopathy associated with coeliac disease

Dilated cardiomyopathy in association with coeliac disease has been rarely reported in the past. We describe a case of dilated cardiomyopathy in a young patient in which all other causes were excluded. The patient was found to have previously undiagnosed coeliac disease and had a good improvement in...

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Published in:Archives of medical science 2007-09, Vol.3 (3), p.272
Main Authors: Glover, Benedict M, Treanor, Nuala J, McEneaney, David J
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Dilated cardiomyopathy in association with coeliac disease has been rarely reported in the past. We describe a case of dilated cardiomyopathy in a young patient in which all other causes were excluded. The patient was found to have previously undiagnosed coeliac disease and had a good improvement in symptoms as well as left ventricular function and dimensions as a result of a gluten free diet. It may be worthwhile considering checking a coeliac serology in patients who present with a dilated cardiomyopathy as it is a simple investigation and has considerable implications on overall management and perhaps prognosis.
ISSN:1734-1922
1896-9151