Background
Celiac disease (CD), an immune-mediated inflammation of the small
intestine, occurs in genetically predisposed individuals, and is caused
by sensitivity to dietary gluten and related proteins [1]. Globally,
the prevalence of celiac disease is 1.4% based on serologic test
results, and 0.7% based on biopsy results [2]. Celiac disease is
frequently associated with extra-intestinal manifestations, including
iron deficiency anemia, dermatologic eruptions, diabetes mellitus,
thyroid disease, and various connective tissue disorders, but is rarely
associated with cardiomyopathy [3].