Coeliac disease exam questions

For medical students, finals, OSCEs and MRCP PACES

 

Question 1. Pathology in coeliac

What are the microscopic features on duodenal biopsy?

  • Crypt hyperplasia
  • Villous atrophy
  • Epithelial lymphocytosis

Question 2. Complications of coeliac

What are the common complications of coeliac disease?

  • Iron-deficiency anaemia
  • Folate and vitamin B12 deficiencies
  • Osteoporosis